Privacy Policy

1. Collection of Personal Data and Responsible Party

1.1 Thank you for visiting our website and for your interest in Skywalkers Closet. Below, we explain how we handle your personal data when you use our website. Personal data refers to any information that can identify you personally.

1.2 The responsible party for processing personal data under the GDPR is Skywalkers Closet. The responsible party determines the purpose and method of processing personal data, either alone or jointly with others.

1.3 Our website uses SSL/TLS encryption to protect your data during transmission, for example when placing orders or sending inquiries. You can recognize a secure connection by “https://” and the lock icon in your browser.

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or significantly affects you (Art. 22 GDPR).

2. Data Collection When Visiting the Website

If you visit our website purely for information, without registering or providing information, we collect only the data your browser sends to our server (server log files). This includes:

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of access

  • Amount of data transmitted

  • Referrer/source

  • Browser and operating system used

  • IP address (possibly anonymized)

This is processed under Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, based on our legitimate interest in maintaining and improving website functionality. We do not share this data, except to investigate illegal activity if necessary.

3. Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience and enable certain features.

  • Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

  • Persistent cookies remain on your device to recognize it on your next visit.

Cookies may store information such as browser type, location, or items in your shopping cart. Where personal data is processed, this is done under Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract fulfillment) or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest).

You can manage cookies in your browser settings:

  • Internet Explorer: Manage Cookies

  • Firefox: Allow and Block Cookies

  • Chrome: Cookie Settings

  • Safari: Manage Cookies

  • Opera: Cookie Preferences

When first visiting, we ask for your consent to non-essential cookies via a cookie banner. You may adjust your preferences at any time. Declining cookies may limit website functionality.

4. Contacting Us

When you contact us (via email or contact form), we collect only the personal data necessary to respond. This is processed under Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest) or Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR if it relates to a contract. Data is deleted once your inquiry is resolved, unless legal retention requirements apply.

Contact email: skywalkerscloset@gmail.com

5. Customer Accounts and Contract Processing

When you open a customer account or place an order, we collect the information needed to fulfill the contract (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).

You may delete your account at any time by contacting us. After account deletion or contract completion, we retain data only as required by law, unless you have consented to further use.

6. Direct Marketing

6.1 Newsletter Subscription
If you subscribe, we send emails about offers. Only your email address is required; additional info is optional. Subscription uses double opt-in. You may unsubscribe anytime via the link in the email.

6.2 Marketing to Existing Customers
We may send offers for similar products to customers who have previously made a purchase, based on our legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). You may object at any time by contacting us.

7. Order Processing

We share necessary personal data with shipping providers and payment services (e.g., PayPal, SOFORT) for order fulfillment under Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR. Payment providers may perform credit checks under their legitimate interest.

PayPal Privacy: PayPal Privacy Policy
SOFORT Privacy: SOFORT Privacy Policy

8. Reviews

If you consent, we may use your email to send a one-time review reminder for your order. Consent can be withdrawn anytime.

9. Social Media Plugins

We use social plugins from Facebook, Instagram, and Google+. These are embedded via HTML links to protect your data. Interaction with plugins only occurs if you click them.

10. Online Marketing

10.1 Google Ads and DoubleClick – We use cookies for personalized advertising and to track ad effectiveness.

10.2 Google AdWords Conversion Tracking – Cookies help measure ad conversions. You may opt out via browser settings or Digital Advertising Alliance.

10.3 Facebook Pixel – Tracks ad performance with explicit consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).

11. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics with anonymized IP addresses to analyze website use and improve functionality. Cross-device tracking is anonymous. You may opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

12. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access (Art. 15) – request info on your data

  • Correction (Art. 16) – fix inaccurate data

  • Deletion (Art. 17) – request erasure under certain conditions

  • Restriction (Art. 18) – limit processing

  • Notification (Art. 19) – be informed of sharing changes

  • Data Portability (Art. 20) – receive your data in machine-readable format

  • Withdraw Consent (Art. 7(3)) – revoke any consent given

  • Lodge Complaint (Art. 77) – complain to a supervisory authority

  • Right to Object (Art. 21) – object to processing, including for direct marketing

13. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as required by law or for contract fulfillment. After this, data is routinely deleted unless legal exceptions apply.

Contact for Privacy Questions:
Email: skywalkerscloset@gmail.com