Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 26 June 2025

At VFM, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store your data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

What Information We Collect

When you browse or make a purchase on our website, we may collect:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Payment information (handled securely via third-party processors)

  • Order and communication history

  • Website usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfil your orders

  • Communicate with you about your purchase

  • Respond to your inquiries or customer service requests

  • Send occasional updates or offers (only if you opt in)

  • Improve our website performance and customer experience

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

Payment Security

All transactions are securely processed by trusted third-party services (e.g. Stripe, PayPal, or Squarespace Payments). We do not store or have access to your full card details.

Cookies & Analytics

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Enable basic site functionality (e.g. shopping cart)

  • Analyse site traffic and performance (via tools like Google Analytics)

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

Marketing Preferences

We only send email marketing if you have actively opted in (e.g. by subscribing to our newsletter). You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of any marketing email.

How We Store & Protect Your Data

Your data is stored securely and only for as long as necessary to fulfil your order, comply with legal requirements, or provide customer service.

We take reasonable steps to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict how we use your data

  • Withdraw consent (for marketing)

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you're concerned about how your data is handled

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, you can reach us at:

📧 info@vfmagazines.com
📍London, UK