Cookies and GDPR Policy

  1. Introduction

This Cookies and GDPR Policy explains how iwantthatnow.shop (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and processes personal data through this website. Our business is registered as 1 Want That Now.shop. We take the privacy of our visitors seriously and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

  1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website recognise your device and remember information about your visit. Some cookies are strictly necessary for the site to function, while others are used for analytics and marketing.

  1. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorise cookies as follows:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
    These cookies are essential for our website to function and cannot be disabled. They enable features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
  2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
    We use analytics cookies (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our site. These cookies collect information about pages visited, time spent on pages, and any issues encountered (e.g., error messages). The data is aggregated and anonymised.
  3. Functional Cookies
    These cookies allow the site to remember choices you make (like language or region) and provide enhanced features. They may also be used to remember changes you make to text size, fonts, or other customisable elements.
  4. Advertising and Social Media Cookies
    We may partner with third-party advertising networks to display targeted ads on our site or elsewhere online. These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver relevant ads. Social media cookies enable interaction with third‑party platforms (e.g., Facebook “Like” buttons).
  1. Legal Basis for Processing
  • Consent – We will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising, social media). You can manage your preferences via our cookie banner.
  • Legitimate Interests – We process certain data necessary for the functioning of our website and to measure its performance. We balance our legitimate interests against your rights and freedoms.
  • Contractual Necessity – If you purchase products through affiliate links, we may process personal data (e.g. IP address, transaction ID) to facilitate the transaction.
  • Legal Compliance – We may process personal data to comply with our legal obligations, such as accounting or tax requirements.
  1. Data Collected and Purpose

When you visit our site, we may collect:

  • Technical data (IP address, browser type and version, device information) to ensure security and optimise site performance.
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, clicks) to analyse site performance and improve content.
  • Affiliate transaction data (clicks on affiliate links, purchases) to manage commissions.

We do not collect sensitive personal data through cookies. We do not combine data collected from cookies with other personal data to build user profiles unless you consent.

  1. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell personal data. We may share data with:

  • Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics) to measure site performance.
  • Affiliate networks to track clicks and purchases for commission purposes.
  • Service providers who help us operate our website (e.g. hosting providers). We ensure these providers comply with data protection laws.
  • Regulators or law enforcement when required by law.
  1. International Transfers

If data is transferred outside the UK/EEA, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or an adequacy decision.

  1. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations. Cookie data is stored for the period set out in our cookie banner or until you delete the cookies via your browser settings.

  1. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right of access – to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to rectification – to ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to erasure – to request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
  • Right to restrict processing – to limit our processing of your data.
  • Right to object – to object to our processing for legitimate interests or direct marketing.
  • Right to data portability – to obtain your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We may request proof of identity before responding.

  1. Managing Cookies

When you first visit our site, we display a cookie banner asking you to set your preferences. You can manage your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer. You can also disable or delete cookies through your browser settings. The “Help” function within your browser explains how to control cookies.

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

  1. Security

We implement technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including HTTPS encryption, secure hosting, and regular security audits.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our operations. The date of the latest update will be noted at the top of the policy. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

  1. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy or the way we handle your personal data, please contact:

1 Want That Now.shop
Email: [insert contact email]Address: [insert business address]

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe we have not complied with data protection laws.