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Privacy and Cookies Policy of the vinhistory.co.uk Online Store

Privacy Policy for vinhistory.co.uk

Last updated: 15 December 2024

1. General Provisions

This Privacy Policy sets out the rules regarding the processing of personal data by the online store vinhistory.co.uk, operated by Ohia Expert, Company Number 17886236, with its registered office at Soukenická 877/9, Moravská Ostrava, 70200 Ostrava, Czech Republic.

Contact details:

The Controller takes all reasonable steps to ensure that personal data is secure and processed in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Data Controller

The Controller of your personal data is Ohia Expert, Company Number 17886236, with its registered office at Soukenická 877/9, Moravská Ostrava, 70200 Ostrava, Czech Republic.

For any matters concerning the processing of your personal data, please contact us at:

3. Purposes and Legal Bases for Data Processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:

  • Order processing and provision of digital services
    Legal basis: Article 6(1)(b) UK GDPR – performance of a contract.
  • Handling customer enquiries and communication
    Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR – legitimate interests of the Controller.
  • Compliance with legal obligations (e.g. accounting, tax regulations)
    Legal basis: Article 6(1)(c) UK GDPR – legal obligation.
  • Marketing and promotion of services
    Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR – consent.

4. Categories of Personal Data Processed

The following categories of personal data may be processed:

  • Contact and identification data: first name, surname, email address, billing address, phone number.
  • Technical data: IP address, website usage data (cookies).
  • Financial data: bank account details (for processing refunds, if applicable).

5. Data Retention Period

  • Personal data processed for the performance of a contract will be retained as long as necessary to fulfil the contract and for any additional period required by tax and accounting regulations (typically up to 6 years in the UK).
  • Personal data processed based on consent will be retained until such consent is withdrawn.

6. Data Recipients

Your personal data may be shared with trusted third parties, including:

  • Payment service providers (e.g., Stripe, Montonio)
  • Website analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Web hosting providers

All service providers process data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate data
  • Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Restrict processing
  • Request data portability to another controller
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw your consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise these rights, please contact:

8. Cookies

vinhistory.co.uk uses cookies to ensure the proper functioning of the website and improve user experience.
Users can manage cookie settings at any time through their browser.

For detailed information, see our Cookies Policy below.

9. Final Provisions

The Controller reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy. Users will be informed of any material changes in advance.

In matters not covered by this Policy, the provisions of the UK GDPR and other applicable laws shall apply.

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Cookies Policy for vinhistory.co.uk

Last updated: 15 December 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Ohia Expert, trading via https://vinhistory.co.uk, uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise users, explain what cookies are, why we use them, and how users can manage their preferences.

For details on personal data processing, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website.

  • First-party cookies – set by the website owner (Ohia Expert).
  • Third-party cookies – set by other parties providing services (e.g., analytics).

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential cookies: enable core site functionality (e.g., checkout, secure login).
  • Performance and analytics cookies: help us understand website traffic and improve user experience (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Functionality cookies: remember user preferences (e.g., language settings).

We do not use cookies for advertising or marketing purposes.

4. Types of Cookies Used

Type of CookiePurpose
Strictly NecessaryEnable website functionality (e.g., cart, secure areas).
Performance/AnalyticsCollect data on user behaviour (e.g., Google Analytics).
FunctionalityRemember user preferences and settings.

5. How to Control Cookies

  • Browser settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies in the settings menu.
  • Website banner: On your first visit, you will see a cookie consent banner for non-essential cookies.

You can withdraw your consent anytime by adjusting preferences or clearing cookies.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties, including:

  • Google Analytics (for usage statistics).

Please check third-party privacy policies for details on how they use cookies.

7. Updates to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or the cookies we use.

The date at the top of this document indicates the last update.

8. Contact

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us: