Last Updated: 1st December 2024
Our aim at The Pattern Book is to develop trust with our customers and treat them with respect and dignity. We are committed to the highest standards of privacy and security. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and purchase our products.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information you provide directly to us, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Shipping address
- Payment information
We also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
- Process and fulfill your orders
- Communicate with you about your order
- Improve our website and services
- Send you marketing communications (with your consent)

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers to assist with order processing, shipping, and payment processing, who are obligated to keep your information confidential.

4. International Data Transfers

As a UK-based business, we may transfer your information outside of the UK, including to countries that may not provide the same level of data protection. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Object to processing or withdraw consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@thepatternbook.co.uk

6. Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behaviour information.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality, including session management and cart functionality. Examples include Shopify’s _shopify_fs, _secure_session_id, and cart_sig cookies.

Analytical Cookies: Used to collect information about how visitors interact with our site. We use cookies such as _y and tracking_consent for analytics purposes.

Marketing Cookies: Facilitate targeted advertising, like Shopify’s _shopify_y and _landing_page cookies.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Limitations of Liability

While we strive to provide a secure and error-free website, which is hosted by the Shopify platform, we cannot guarantee that our website will be free from viruses or other harmful components. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of our website, including but not limited to any viruses that may affect your computer or device.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on our website.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at privacy@thepatternbook.co.uk.