Effective Date: April 12, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how The Emotions (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit or interact with our official website, the-emotions.com, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using the-emotions.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal information is:
The Emotions
Email: [email protected]
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data when you interact with our website:
- Contact Information – such as your name and email address when you subscribe to newsletters or contact us.
- Usage Data – including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and date/time of visit.
- Communication Preferences – including your choices regarding marketing and communication.
- Transaction Information – if purchases or donations are made (collected securely via third-party platforms).
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect your data in the following ways:
- When you fill out a form (e.g., contact form or newsletter signup)
- When you browse or use the website (via cookies and tracking tools)
- When you communicate with us via email or social media
- When you engage in promotional or marketing campaigns
4. Why We Collect Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the-emotions.com
- To respond to inquiries or provide support
- To send newsletters and marketing materials (with your consent)
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent misuse
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent – when you opt in to marketing or communications
- Contract – to fulfill requests you make (e.g., support, orders)
- Legitimate Interests – to enhance our services and communications
- Legal Obligation – to comply with applicable law
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:
- Trusted service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., email platforms, analytics providers)
- Authorities if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
All third-party processors are GDPR-compliant and bound by confidentiality agreements.
7. International Data Transfers
If data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure adequate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, or as required by law. After that, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccuracies in your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to processing
- Request data deletion (the right to be forgotten)
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience, track performance, and analyze usage. You can accept or manage cookies via your browser settings or our cookie banner.
11. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
The Emotions
Email: [email protected]
Protecting your privacy is part of the harmony we live by. Thank you for trusting The Emotions.