Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 2025
Business Name: AK hand craft
Trading Name: Akmolds
Website: https://www.siliconemolds.ie
Contact Email: info@siliconemolds.ie

1. Introduction

At Akmolds (operated by sole trader AK hand craft), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Who We Are

This website is operated by a registered sole trader in Ireland under the name AK hand craft, using Akmolds as a brand name. For all inquiries regarding personal data, you may contact us at info@siliconemolds.ie.

3. What Data We Collect

We collect the following data when you use our website:

Full name
Email address
Billing and shipping address
Phone number (if required for shipping)
Order details and payment method (no credit card data is stored)
IP address and browser data (for analytics and fraud prevention)

4. Why We Collect This Data

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

To process and ship your orders
To communicate with you about your purchase
To comply with legal obligations
To protect our business from fraud
To improve our website and services

We do not use your data for unsolicited marketing without your consent.

5. Legal Basis

Our legal basis for processing your personal data includes:

Fulfilling a contract (your purchase)
Legal obligation (e.g. tax or delivery recordkeeping)
Legitimate interest (preventing fraud, improving service)
Consent (for optional communication)

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data only with:

Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)
Shipping companies (e.g. An Post, DPD, etc.)
IT providers for website hosting and security
Authorities, if required by law

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies for functionality and analytics (e.g. visitor statistics via Google Analytics). By using our website, you consent to our cookie usage. You can change cookie settings in your browser at any time.

8. Data Retention

We retain order and customer data for up to 6 years as required by tax laws and legal obligations. Data not legally required will be deleted or anonymised after a reasonable period.