Privacy policy.

Last updated: aug 11, 2025

We value your trust and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, contact us, or use our services.

1. Data Controller

The responsible party (“Controller”) within the meaning of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:

THE WED CARPET
Lawaetzweg 9, 22767 Hamburg, Germany
Phone: (+49) 163247-8348
Email: HELLO@THEWEDCARPET.DE

2. Collection and Storage of Personal Data

We collect personal data in the following situations:

  • When you visit our website (e.g., IP address, browser type, time of access, pages visited)

  • When you contact us via email, phone, or our contact form (e.g., name, email address, phone number, wedding date)

  • When you make a purchase or booking (e.g., billing and shipping address, payment details)

3. Purpose and Legal Basis of Processing

We process your data only when permitted by law, especially under Art. 6 GDPR:

  • Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) – to provide our wedding boutique services.

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) – for newsletters or promotional emails (you can withdraw your consent at any time).

  • Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) – to ensure the security and functionality of our website.

  • Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR) – to comply with tax and accounting regulations.

4. Data Sharing

We only share your data with third parties when:

  • It is necessary for contract fulfillment (e.g., shipping companies, payment service providers)

  • We are legally required to do so

  • You have given explicit consent

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website usage. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers (e.g., payment processors, web hosting services, analytics tools) who process data on our behalf in compliance with GDPR.

7. Data Retention

We store personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or as required by law (e.g., 10 years for tax-related records in Germany).

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • Rectify incorrect data (Art. 16 GDPR)

  • Erase your data (“Right to be Forgotten,” Art. 17 GDPR)

  • Restrict processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • Object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

  • Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., Der Hamburgische Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit).

9. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact:

THE WED CARPET
Lawaetzweg 9, 22767 Hamburg
Email: HELLO@THEWEDCARPET.DE