UMEED DESIGNS (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, purchase our products, or interact with our services.

By accessing our website or purchasing from us, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy, which forms a part of our Terms and Conditions of Sale.

1. WHO WE ARE
UMEED DESIGNS is a Canadian modest wear brand based in Ontario, Canada. We sell primarily within North America and ship globally, including to Europe and other regions.

Our website is: www.umeeddesigns.com
Contact: info@umeeddesigns.com

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information

• Full name
• Shipping and billing address
• Email address
• Phone number
• Payment information (processed via secure third-party payment gateways)
• Order history and transaction details
  
  

b) Technical & Usage Information

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Cookies and usage data (see Section 7)
  
  

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to:

• Fulfill and deliver orders
• Communicate with you about your purchase
• Respond to your inquiries or requests
• Improve our website and customer experience
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send marketing emails (only if you have opted in)

4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA (GDPR COMPLIANCE)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the UK, our legal bases for collecting and using personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) include:

• Performance of a contract (e.g., to fulfill your order)
• Legitimate interest (e.g., fraud prevention, improving service)
• Consent (for email marketing, cookies, etc.)
• Legal obligation (e.g., accounting and tax compliance)

5. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
As a Canadian company, we process data in Canada and may use third-party services (such as shipping carriers, payment processors, or email marketing platforms) that are located outside of your country. If you are located in the EEA, UK, or another region with data transfer restrictions, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Service providers certified under recognized frameworks (e.g., Privacy Shield where applicable)

6. DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal information indefinitely, unless:

• You request its deletion (see Section 9)
• It is no longer needed for legal, business, or customer service purposes
• Order and billing information may be retained longer for accounting, tax, and regulatory compliance as required by Canadian law.

7. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

• Essential cookies (for site functionality)
• Performance cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Marketing cookies (for personalized advertising, only if opted in)
• You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings or decline non-essential cookies when prompted.

8. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We only share your data with third parties when necessary to:

• Fulfill your order (e.g., shipping carriers, payment processors)
• Provide marketing services (e.g., with consent via email platforms)
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and safety
• All third-party service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data securely and in compliance with applicable laws.

9. YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your location, especially under GDPR, you may have the following rights:

1. Right to access your data
2. Right to correct inaccurate data
3. Right to delete your data
4. Right to object to or restrict processing
5. Right to data portability
6. Right to withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@umeeddesigns.com

We will respond to all requests within 30 days as required by applicable data protection laws.

10. SECURITY
We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure hosting, and regular system monitoring. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

11. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
We do not knowingly collect or solicit data from individuals under the age of 16. If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. You are advised to review it periodically. Continued use of our services constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

Last updated: 10-Sept-2025

13. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a request regarding your personal data, please contact: 

UMEED DESIGNS
Email: info@umeeddesigns.com
Ontario, Canada