Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 2026
At Classic Leather, your privacy is not an afterthought. This policy explains exactly what personal information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and what rights you have over it. We operate as a fully online store serving customers worldwide, which means this policy is written to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for customers in the European Union, the UK GDPR for customers in the United Kingdom, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for customers in the United States.
By using our website and placing an order, you agree to the terms described in this policy.
1. Who We Are
Classic Leather is an online retailer of handcrafted full-grain leather goods operating worldwide through our website at classicleathershop.com. For the purposes of this policy, we are the data controller responsible for your personal information. You can reach us at support@classicleathershop.com for any privacy-related questions or requests.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect personal information in two ways: information you provide directly to us, and information collected automatically when you use our website.
Information You Provide Directly
When you place an order, create an account, contact our support team, or sign up for our marketing emails, you may provide us with the following:
- Full name
- Email address
- Shipping and billing address
- Phone number
- Payment information (processed securely through our payment partners — we do not store your full card details)
- Order history and preferences
- Messages and communications you send to us
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information through cookies and tracking technologies, including:
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited, time spent, and clicks
- Referring website or source
- Purchase behavior and browsing patterns
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To process and fulfill your orders, including sending order confirmations and tracking information
- To communicate with you about your purchase, returns, or support requests
- To send marketing emails and promotional offers if you have opted in (you can unsubscribe at any time)
- To improve our website, product listings, and overall shopping experience
- To run targeted advertising campaigns on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
- To analyze website traffic and customer behavior through Google Analytics
- To detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized account activity
- To comply with legal obligations where required
4. Payment Processing
All payments on our website are processed securely through our payment partners: PayPal, Stripe, Klarna, Google Pay, Apple Pay, and major credit and debit card providers. Each of these providers operates under their own strict security and privacy standards. We do not store your full payment card details on our servers at any point. For information on how each payment provider handles your data, we recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies.
5. Third Parties We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal information to anyone. However, we share certain data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business. These include:
- Payment processors (PayPal, Stripe, Klarna, Google Pay, Apple Pay) to handle secure transactions
- Shipping and logistics partners to fulfill and deliver your order
- Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for advertising and pixel-based retargeting
- Mailchimp to manage and send marketing emails
- Customer support tools used by our live chat and support team
All third parties we work with are contractually required to handle your data securely and only for the purposes we specify.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to improve your experience, remember your preferences, and deliver relevant advertising. Our Cookie Policy explains this in full detail, including the types of cookies we use, how long they remain active, and how you can manage or disable them. You can read our Cookie Policy here.
7. Marketing Emails
If you sign up for our newsletter or opt in to marketing communications at checkout, we use Mailchimp to manage and send those emails. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email we send. Opting out of marketing emails does not affect transactional emails related to your orders.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including processing orders, handling returns, and complying with legal obligations. In most cases, we retain order and account data for up to 7 years in line with standard accounting and legal requirements. You can request deletion of your data at any time, subject to any legal obligations that require us to retain certain records.
9. Your Rights
Depending on where you are located, you have the following rights over your personal data:
For customers in the European Union and United Kingdom (GDPR / UK GDPR):
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you
- The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- The right to request deletion of your data
- The right to restrict or object to how we process your data
- The right to data portability
- The right to withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
- The right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
For customers in California (CCPA):
- The right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal data)
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@classicleathershop.com. We will respond to all verified requests within 30 days.
10. Age Requirement
Our website and products are intended for individuals aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@classicleathershop.com and we will delete it promptly.
11. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. All data transmitted through our website uses SSL encryption. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to use a strong password and keep your account credentials confidential.
12. International Data Transfers
Because Classic Leather serves customers worldwide, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own, including countries that may have different data protection laws. Where we transfer data internationally, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in line with applicable law, including GDPR standard contractual clauses where required.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we update the date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, reach our team at support@classicleathershop.com. We are also available through live chat on our website around the clock.