Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1/10/2025
Last Updated: 27/10/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to The Word Bricks!
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent, secure, and respectful way — reflecting both our Christian values and our obligations under the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website thewordbricks.com, place an order, or interact with us through any of our online platforms.

2. Who We Are

The Word Bricks is a [company/organization type – e.g., sole proprietorship, limited company] based in [Country].
Our mission is to share the Word of God through creative, hands-on play by designing and offering Bible-inspired brick sets and minifigures.

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]

3. Information We Collect

We collect and process personal data that you provide to us, including:

  • Identity Data: your name, username, and title.

  • Contact Data: your email address, billing address, and delivery address.

  • Transaction Data: details of products you’ve purchased and payment information (processed securely through trusted payment providers).

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information (collected via cookies).

  • Communication Data: messages, emails, or customer service inquiries.

We do not collect any unnecessary or sensitive personal information.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To process and deliver your orders.

  • To communicate with you regarding purchases, shipping, or support requests.

  • To send updates about our products, pre-orders, or community news (only with your consent).

  • To improve our website, products, and services.

  • To comply with legal and tax obligations.

All our actions are guided by biblical principles of honesty, integrity, and respect for every individual.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we process your personal data only when one of the following applies:

  • You have given explicit consent (e.g., newsletter sign-up).

  • Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g., fulfilling your order).

  • We have a legal obligation (e.g., tax or accounting requirements).

  • Processing is in our legitimate interest (e.g., improving customer experience), provided it does not override your rights.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your data.
We only share personal information with trusted partners essential for operating our business — such as payment processors, shipping providers, and IT service companies — who are contractually bound to protect your data and comply with GDPR.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy — for example, to complete orders or meet legal requirements.
After this period, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Request correction or deletion.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

  • Object to processing.

  • Request data portability.

  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert contact email].

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and to analyze website performance.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

For more details, see our [Cookie Policy] (if you have or plan to add one).

10. Security of Your Data

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
This includes using SSL encryption, secure servers, and trusted payment gateways.

As stewards of this information, we believe in upholding integrity and responsibility, values that reflect our faith and our respect for those who trust us.

11. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 without parental consent.
If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

12. Updates to This 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.

13. Our Commitment to You

At The Word Bricks, we believe that every action we take — including how we handle data — should honor God and reflect love and respect for others.
We are committed to using your information responsibly, transparently, and solely for the purpose of sharing the Word through play.