Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Vape4UK, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and share your information when you interact with vape4uk.com (the “Site”).

Types of Personal Information We Collect

When you visit our Site, we collect certain details about your device, such as your web browser, IP address, time zone, and certain cookies on your device. As you navigate through the Site, we also gather information on the pages or products you view, referral sites or search terms, and interactions on our Site. We refer to this as “Device Information.”

How We Collect Device Information

  • Cookies: Small data files placed on your device that often include an anonymous identifier. For more on managing cookies, visit allaboutcookies.org.
  • Log Files: Used to track activities on the Site and collect data such as IP address, browser type, Internet provider, referring/exit pages, and timestamps.
  • Web Beacons, Tags, and Pixels: Electronic files that help record browsing actions on the Site.

Information from Additional Sources

If you request restricted products, we may use One Account Mobile Limited (1account) or other age-verification services. This process ensures compliance with UK age restrictions. For more on how 1account manages data, please see their privacy policy at 1account.net.

When We Share Your Data

When you request age-restricted products, your data may be shared with 1account for age and identity verification. 1account stores verification data to simplify future processes. For details on their data policies, refer to 1account.net.

In addition, when you make a purchase, we collect details like your name, address, payment information, email, and phone number, collectively known as “Order Information.” Together, “Personal Information” includes both Device and Order Information.

How We Use Your Information

We use Order Information to:

  • Complete your orders, including processing payments, arranging shipping, and sending order confirmations
  • Communicate with you about orders and services
  • Screen orders for potential risks or fraud
  • Provide information and promotions based on your preferences

Device Information helps us optimize the Site, analyze browsing trends, and improve marketing effectiveness.

Third-Party Data Sharing

To better serve you, we may share your data with select third-party providers:

  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand Site usage. For more, read Google’s privacy policy or opt out at Google Analytics opt-out.

We may also disclose data to comply with legal requirements or to protect our rights.

Targeted Advertising

Your data may be used for targeted advertising that aligns with your interests. For more on targeted ads, visit the Network Advertising Initiative.

To opt out of targeted ads, you can use the following:

  • Facebook: Facebook Ad Settings
  • Google: Google Ad Settings
  • Bing: Bing Ad Settings

For additional choices, you can visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out portal.

Do Not Track Signals

Our Site currently does not alter data collection practices if your browser sends a Do Not Track signal.

Your Rights

If you are located in Europe, you have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Data Retention

We retain Order Information for our records until you request deletion.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our data practices or legal requirements.

Age Restrictions

The Site is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age.

Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries, please reach out to us at contact@vape4uk.com.

Payment Security

We do not store credit card details nor share customer data with third parties.