Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy Statement
This Privacy Policy Statement provides you with additional information regarding how we collect your personal data and the purposes for which we process it. Legislation relating to personal data is changing with effect from May 25, 2018 (EU Regulation 2016/679). This statement is intended to inform you about how we process your data and your rights under the law.
You should read the Privacy Statement to fully understand the legal basis for collecting your data, how we use it, to whom we disclose it, and your rights. Additional privacy policies may apply regarding the use of your personal data, beyond this one (such as the cookie policy). Before navigating the Website or making any transaction with us, we invite you to consult this Privacy Statement and ensure that you agree with the terms and conditions under which we collect and process your personal data. This Privacy Statement is an integral part of the General Terms and Conditions of Use and Transactions and other policies adopted by the Company, and forms a single set with them.
Commitment to Personal Data Protection
The security and protection of your personal data is a priority for us.
Our Company undertakes to handle your personal data responsibly and to protect your right to privacy, in accordance with the law. We will never request more personal data than necessary for each purpose for which it is collected. We will always keep your personal data safe and comply with all applicable data protection laws.
Who We Are
The Data Controller for the collection, processing, and use of your personal data, within the meaning of the applicable legislative and regulatory framework for data protection, is:
HIPPIE DONKEYS WEB INTELLIGENCE Ε.Ε. (trade name "Hippie Donkeys"), VAT: 802951210 (hereinafter "Hippie Donkeys", the "Company", "we", "us", "our").
Group companies include HIPPIE DONKEYS WEB INTELLIGENCE Ε.Ε. (such as Megaloveshop.gr and other e-shops belonging to HIPPIE DONKEYS WEB INTELLIGENCE Ε.Ε., Athens)
Your Obligation to Inform Us of Changes
It is important that the personal data we hold about you is up to date and accurate. Please notify us as soon as possible of any changes to your personal data while your business relationship with us lasts.
What Personal Data Do We Collect?
Personal data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (“data subject”). The identifiable natural person is one who can be identified, directly or indirectly. This does not include data which is anonymous.
We collect the personal data you provide in the context of your registration as a customer on our online or physical store, when making a purchase as a guest or registered user, as well as any additional information you provide to update your registration information, or other information necessary for any transaction with us.
We may also process personal data we collect or create ourselves or receive from third parties. This data may include:
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Identification details: full name, title, gender, username or other similar identifier (e.g. email).
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Contact details: shipping address, billing address, email address, landline and/or mobile number, and other contact information.
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Payment details: debit or credit card details (card type, card number, cardholder name, expiry date, security code).
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Transaction details: details of products you purchased, information required in case of changes or account refunds (such as bank account, beneficiary name, IBAN, bank institution).
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Technical data: source channel, device, time spent and browsing activity on our online store, IP address, browser type and version, time zone and location, operating system/platform, and other technical device information. For more details on information collected via cookies, please refer to our cookie policy below.
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Account details: password and email, ongoing or completed purchases or orders, interests and preferences, feedback or responses to surveys.
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Usage data: information about how you use our website, products, and services.
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Marketing and communication preferences: including your preferences for receiving promotional material from us and third parties, and your communication preferences, if you have given your consent, as well as your opinion about products you have purchased from us.
Please note, to register or continue to use our online store, we require your email, name, address, and phone number.
If you provide us with additional personal data after a request or voluntarily, we will be able to offer you a better level of service.
We may combine your data with other data we hold about you in any other group company mentioned above.
How Do We Collect Your Information?
We collect your personal data in the following ways:
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Through any direct transaction with us via our online store, or by telephone or other means.
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When you create a user account with us, via the relevant registration form, and other information you provide during account use.
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When subscribing to our newsletter, entering a competition, survey, or other promotion.
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When you contact us through social media or customer service channels, submit feedback, or give opinions on products.
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If you register using a social media platform, we may collect data directly from information you provide to that platform (if the platform is allowed to share such data with us).
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From third-party providers or publicly available sources.
How Do We Use Your Personal Data?
We process your personal data only when permitted by law. Generally, we use your personal data only:
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To execute a contract we are about to enter into or have entered into with you.
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When it is necessary for our legitimate interests (or those of a third party) and your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.
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When we need to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation.
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When you have given your explicit consent (e.g., for newsletters or processing special categories of personal data).
You have the right to withdraw your consent for marketing communications at any time by contacting us.
If you no longer wish to have a customer account, you can contact us to delete your account at any time by following the deletion procedure.
Legal Basis and Purpose of Processing
We process your data:
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For identification and verification
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To register you as a new customer/user
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For processing and fulfilling your order, managing payments and charges
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For communication at any stage regarding your transactions, including updates on product availability, order execution, shipment, and policy changes
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For participation in competitions or promotions (if you accept participation terms)
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For customer service and management of all transactions via electronic services
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For business purposes (e.g. website security, fraud prevention, system maintenance, data analysis, reporting)
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For providing you access to your personalized account (purchase history, wishlist, etc.)
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For offering you useful and personalized services and communication
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For understanding and improving our customer base and services
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For measuring the effectiveness of our marketing
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For research, feedback, and market analysis
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For collecting and recovering debts
With Your Consent:
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For marketing, promotions, and company events/newsletters (if you have subscribed)
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For third-party promotions (if you have consented)
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For advertising our company and products on social media to you and other users with similar interests
Compliance with Legal Obligations:
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We may also process your data to comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
Newsletter
If you have subscribed to the Megaloveshop.gr newsletter and have given your express consent, we will use your data as follows:
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The newsletter may include news, advertisements, offers, suggestions for campaigns and events, gift vouchers, and other information about Megaloveshop products and services.
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The content may be personalized based on your preferences and interests.
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You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each newsletter or by contacting us.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal data for as long as you interact with us (e.g., if you receive emails, make purchases, or participate in contests). If you declare that you no longer wish to be a customer, your personal data will be deleted from our records.
For certain purposes (such as refunds), we may require additional data (e.g., bank details).
Data Sharing
We may share your data with:
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Group companies for administrative or advertising purposes
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Third parties/subcontractors (marketing, technical support, newsletter delivery, hosting, security, etc.)
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Advertising companies (only statistical/demographic/technical data, never direct identification, unless you have consented)
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Developers, data analysts, suppliers, security service providers, legal and financial advisors (as necessary)
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Payment providers and banks for transactions
In case of a business change (merger, acquisition, sale), user data may be transferred to the successor organization.
We may also disclose your data:
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To comply with legal requirements or protect company rights, property, or safety
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To public authorities (e.g. police, regulators, courts) as required by law
International Transfers:
If data is transferred outside the EEA, it will only be done to countries with adequate protection or with your explicit consent, or as permitted by EU and national law.
Card Payment Security
For card payments, you must provide card details in a secure (encrypted) order form. We accept Visa and Mastercard.
Card data is handled securely and only for transaction completion; card numbers are not stored. The payment provider is responsible for card data security.
What If You Do Not Provide Your Data or Request Data Deletion?
If you wish to remain a registered customer, we require your email and contact details for order submission.
If you withdraw consent or request data deletion, some services or privileges may not be available.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Be informed about the processing of your data
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Access your data
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Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
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Delete your data
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Restrict processing
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Object to processing
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Data portability (receive your data in a machine-readable format or transfer it to another provider)
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Human intervention in automated decisions
For all requests, contact us at [email protected] or +30 210 3006969.
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or device via your browser when you visit our website.
Cookies help us:
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Measure site effectiveness
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Improve and upgrade content
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Personalize to user needs
No cookie collects information that personally identifies you.
Types of Cookies Used
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Session cookies: stored during your visit and deleted after you leave
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Persistent cookies: remain longer (e.g., remembering items in your cart for 7 days)
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Third-party cookies: e.g., Google Analytics, social media integrations
For more, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
Managing & Deleting Cookies
Most browsers allow you to manage or delete cookies via settings (“Help”, “Tools”, “Edit” menus). For more detailed guidance, see www.youronlinechoices.com/gr.
If you disable cookies, some features may be lost.