Privacy policy

THE COMPANY created the myteahabit.com website with the sole purpose of serving our customers. The website is designed to be simple, user-friendly, and tailored to meet the specific needs of each user. To serve you effectively, it is essential that you provide us with specific information related to the processing of your order, which we will retain.

Personal data processing is conducted in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR 2016/679), applicable national and European legislation, current European laws on personal data protection, and privacy laws in electronic communications (Law 3471/2006, as applicable), as well as decisions by the Personal Data Protection Authority. The company complies with GDPR standards.

This Privacy Statement and the attached Terms and Conditions of Use describe how data is collected from the myteahabit.com website, how we use this data, and the terms and conditions of this website. This Privacy Statement specifically addresses the personal data you provide during your orders.

What is Personal Data?

Personal data refers to information that directly or indirectly identifies you. "Indirectly" could mean in combination with other information, such as your name, postal address, email, telephone number, or a unique device identifier.

General Information

User-provided information on myteahabit.com is utilized to facilitate direct and effective communication with the store, answer specific queries, and fulfill orders. The information collected is also used to gauge visitor numbers, assess product demand, and ease transactions with the company. myteahabit.com does not share user or customer information with any unaffiliated third parties, except as necessary for order processing.

Information Gathering

Our website allows users to visit without revealing their identity unless they choose to. We only request personal data if visitors want to order products, register, or send an email to myteahabit.com.

Use of Information

myteahabit.com collects information in several ways: during registration, order processing, contest entries, and through telephone or internet service activation. We may also collect data when you connect through platforms like iOS, Android, Facebook, or Google. We use this information for order delivery, customer verification, product updates, special offers, and gift delivery after competitions. You can opt out of communications at any time by emailing us.

Access to Information

Order fulfillment necessitates collecting personal data. The use of credit cards requires one-time verification of the cardholder's identity, securely managed by our responsible team. Your submission of personal data implies consent for its use by myteahabit.com staff for the stated purposes. We do not share your personal data with third parties without consent unless legally required.

Use of Personal Data

We use your personal data only for the outlined purposes, avoiding unnecessary data collection. Any new purpose for using your personal data will be communicated to you, and we will seek your consent where necessary.

Advertising

To improve our services, we may send marketing emails related to our business. You may update your preferences or unsubscribe at any time. SMS notifications may be sent to inform you about order progress. From your account settings, you can opt in or out of receiving promotional materials.

Underage Users

We process personal data of individuals who are at least 16 years old. By providing us with your data, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

Legal Obligations

We may use and retain personal data for legal reasons, such as crime prevention, fraud prevention, or for internal and external audits. We also use your data to protect our rights and the rights of others.

Cookies

Cookies enhance your experience and are essential for the proper functioning of the myteahabit.com website. They enable basic functions like shopping cart management and facilitate smoother operations across our services. You can manage cookie settings in your browser to reject non-essential cookies.

Cookie Categories:

  • Necessary Cookies: These are essential for basic functionalities.

  • Functionality Cookies: These remember your preferences for a tailored browsing experience.

  • Performance Cookies: These help us improve website performance by analyzing user interaction.

  • Advertising Cookies: Used for delivering targeted advertising.

  • Analytics Cookies: These help in evaluating the effectiveness of various site functions.

Third-party advertisers may also use cookies to collect information about your activities. You can opt-out of Google's use of cookies by adjusting your settings.

This policy is subject to change, and any modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on our website.