Privacy Policy
Last updated: 23/01/2026
HandEd Designs (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates an online store selling custom laser-engraved products. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from www.handeddesigns.co.uk(the “Site”).
1. Information We Collect
When you visit or use our Site, we may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Name
- Billing and shipping address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Payment information (processed securely by third-party payment providers; we do not store full payment card details)
- Custom text, images, or designs submitted for laser engraving
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages viewed and actions taken on the Site
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process and fulfill orders, including custom engraving requests
- Communicate with you about your order, shipping, or customer support inquiries
- Process payments and prevent fraud
- Improve our website, products, and customer experience
- Send promotional emails or updates (only if you opt in)
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with trusted third parties only as necessary to operate our business, including:
- Payment processors
- Shipping and fulfillment providers
- Website hosting and analytics services
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable core website functionality
- Understand how visitors use our Site
- Improve performance and user experience
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not function properly.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill orders and provide customer support
- Maintain business and financial records
- Comply with legal requirements
Custom engraving files or designs may be stored temporarily for order fulfillment and quality control.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at [your contact email].
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information using administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or 16 where required by law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Handed Designs
Email: Info@handed-designs.co.uk
