Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 8, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how VesselVitality Journal, operated by VesselVitality Media LLC ("we", "us", "our"), collects, uses and protects your personal data when you visit our website or contact us. We are committed to processing your data lawfully, fairly and transparently in line with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable data protection laws.
Who we are (Data Controller)
VesselVitality Media LLC, 142 Maple Grove Street, Suite 5, Burlington, VT 05401, USA. For any privacy question, contact us at info@charmingrefine.shop.
What data we collect
We collect only the data we need to run this site and respond to you:
- Contact and order data you provide voluntarily through our forms - such as your name, phone number, email address and message content.
- Technical data collected automatically - such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited and referring URLs.
- Cookie and analytics data - set only where you have given consent (see our Cookie Policy).
How and why we use your data (legal bases, Art. 6 GDPR)
- To respond to enquiries and process orders you submit - on the basis of taking steps at your request prior to, or in performance of, a contract (Art. 6(1)(b)).
- To operate, secure and improve the website - on the basis of our legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)).
- For analytics and advertising, including Google services - only on the basis of your consent (Art. 6(1)(a)), which you can withdraw at any time.
- To comply with legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c)).
Cookies, analytics and advertising
We use Google services on this website, which may set cookies and process data only after you consent via our cookie banner. We operate Google Consent Mode v2, meaning advertising and analytics storage remain denied by default until you accept.
- Google Ads & Remarketing - measures campaign performance and may show you relevant ads across the Google network.
- Google Analytics - helps us understand how visitors use the site in aggregate.
- Google Maps - embeds a map on our Contact page; loading it may transfer data to Google.
These services are provided by Google LLC. Where data is transferred outside the EEA, appropriate safeguards such as the EU Standard Contractual Clauses are used.
Data sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We share it only with trusted service providers acting on our behalf (such as hosting, order fulfilment and the analytics/advertising providers above), and where required by law.
International transfers
Some of our providers are located outside the European Economic Area. In such cases we rely on adequacy decisions or Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure your data receives an equivalent level of protection.
How long we keep your data
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law. Enquiry and order records are retained for the period needed to serve you and to meet legal and accounting obligations, after which they are deleted or anonymised.
Your rights
Under the GDPR you have the right to access, rectify or erase your data; to restrict or object to processing; to data portability; and to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise any right, contact us at info@charmingrefine.shop.
Complaints and supervisory authority
If you believe your data has been handled improperly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. In the United States, you may contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). If you are located in the EU, you may also contact your local data protection authority.
Data security
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures, including HTTPS encryption, to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss or misuse.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top reflects the latest revision. Please review it periodically.