Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01 Jan 2026 Last Updated: 01 Jan 2026 1. Introduction TheMiniGalerie ("we," "us," "our") operates the website TheMiniGalerie (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our Site, make a purchase, or interact with our services. By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Business Name: TheMiniGalerie. Location: Singapore. Contact Email: help@theminigalerie.com. 2. Information We Collect 2.1. Information You Provide Directly When you make a purchase, create an account (if applicable), sign up for our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect: Contact Information (name, email address, phone number); Shipping Information (delivery address, postal code, country); Payment Information (billing address and payment details, processed securely by our payment providers — we do not store full credit card details on our servers); Account Information (username, password, and preferences, when account functionality is available); and Communications (messages, inquiries, reviews, testimonials, photos, or other content you submit to us). 2.2. Information Collected Automatically When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain technical information through cookies and similar technologies: Device Information (IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers); Usage Data (pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral sources); Location Data (approximate geographic location based on IP address); and Cookie Data (information stored in cookies, see Section 5). 2.3. User-Generated Content If you submit reviews, testimonials, photos, or other content related to our products or services, we may collect and display this content on our Site and marketing materials. By submitting such content, you grant us permission to use it for promotional purposes. 3. How We Use Your Information 3.1. Order Processing and Fulfillment To process and fulfill your orders, communicate order confirmations, shipping updates, and delivery information, and handle returns, refunds, and customer service inquiries. 3.2. Account Management To create and manage your account (when applicable) and provide personalized experiences and save your preferences. 3.3. Communication and Marketing To send newsletters, promotional offers, and updates (with your consent), respond to your inquiries and provide customer support, and send important notices about our services, policies, or Site changes. 3.4. Site Improvement and Analytics To analyze Site usage and improve our services, product offerings, and user experience; conduct research, testing, and analysis; and monitor and prevent fraud, security issues, and technical problems. 3.5. Legal and Compliance To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements, enforce our Terms of Service and other policies, and protect our rights, property, and safety, and that of our customers. 4. How We Share Your Information We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share your information with the following parties: 4.1. Service Providers and Business Partners We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business, including Payment Processors (Stripe, PayPal, and other payment gateways); Shipping and Fulfillment Partners (courier and logistics companies); Email and Communication Platforms; Analytics and Advertising Services (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, and similar tools); Website Hosting and Infrastructure Providers; and Other Tools and Integrations (CRM systems, customer service platforms, and other business applications as needed). This list may be updated as we integrate new tools and services. We ensure all service providers adhere to appropriate data protection standards. 4.2. Legal Requirements We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect against fraud, security threats, or illegal activity; enforce our policies and agreements; or protect the rights, property, or safety of TheMiniGalerie, our customers, or the public. 4.3. Business Transfers In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity or successor organization. 5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content and advertising. 5.1. What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and provide a better user experience. 5.2. Types of Cookies We Use Essential Cookies (necessary for the Site to function, e.g. shopping cart, checkout process); Analytics Cookies (help us understand how visitors use our Site, e.g. Google Analytics); Marketing Cookies (track your activity to deliver relevant advertisements on our Site and third-party platforms); and Preference Cookies (remember your settings and preferences). 5.3. Managing Cookies You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Site. For more information on managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org. Most web browsers also offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal — at this time, our Site does not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your choices regarding cookies and tracking. 6. Data Security We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it, including SSL Encryption (our Site uses SSL technology to encrypt data transmitted between your browser and our servers), Secure Payment Processing (payment information is processed through PCI-DSS compliant payment gateways — Stripe, PayPal), Access Controls (limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only), and Regular Security Reviews (ongoing monitoring and updates to security practices). However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. 7. Data Retention We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Transaction Data is retained for accounting, tax, and legal compliance purposes (typically 3-7 years). Marketing Data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Account Data is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period afterward. You may request deletion of your personal information at any time, subject to our legal obligations to retain certain records. 8. Your Rights and Choices Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information: Access and Correction (request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if inaccurate or incomplete); Deletion (request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements); Data Portability (request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format); Opt-Out of Marketing (unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time); Cookie Management (control cookies through your browser settings); and Complaints (lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction). To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at help@theminigalerie.com. 9. International Data Transfers TheMiniGalerie is based in Singapore. If you are located outside Singapore, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Singapore or other countries where our service providers operate. We take steps to ensure that your information receives adequate protection, regardless of where it is processed. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws. 10. Special Provisions for Specific Regions 10.1. European Union (GDPR) If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests, the right to restrict processing in certain circumstances, and the right to withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent. We process your data based on contractual necessity (to fulfill our obligations under our sales contract with you), legitimate interests (to improve our services, prevent fraud, and communicate with you), and consent (for marketing communications and certain cookies, where required). For GDPR-related inquiries, contact us at help@theminigalerie.com. 10.2. California (CCPA/CPRA) If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the Right to Know (request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, and disclose), the Right to Delete (request deletion of your personal information, subject to exceptions), the Right to Opt-Out of Sale (we do not sell your personal information — if this changes, we will provide an opt-out mechanism), the Right to Non-Discrimination, and Shine the Light rights (we do not currently share data for third parties' direct marketing purposes). To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at help@theminigalerie.com. 10.3. Other Regions We respect privacy rights under applicable laws worldwide. If you have specific privacy rights under your local law, please contact us to discuss how we can accommodate your request. 11. Children's Privacy Our Site and services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information. 12. Third-Party Links Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information. 13. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date, sending an email notification (for material changes), and displaying a prominent notice on our Site. Your continued use of our Site after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. 14. Contact Us If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: TheMiniGalerie, Email help@theminigalerie.com. We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.