Last updated: 31 August 2026
The Ideal Carts (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates this website and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.
Information We Collect
When you visit or make a purchase from our store, we may collect the following information:
- Order information: name, billing and shipping address, email address, phone number, and payment details (processed securely by our payment provider)
- Account information: if you create an account, your login details and order history
- Device and usage information: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site, collected automatically via cookies and similar technologies
- Communications: information you provide when you contact us via email or contact forms
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process and fulfil your orders, including shipping and returns
- Communicate with you about your order (confirmations, shipping updates, customer service)
- Improve our website and product offerings
- Send marketing communications, where you have opted in (you can unsubscribe at any time)
- Detect and prevent fraud
Cookies
Our website is built on WooCommerce, which uses cookies to operate the shopping cart, checkout, and site functionality. We may also use cookies for analytics (e.g. Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Payment processors to securely process your payment
- Shipping carriers (e.g. DHL, FedEx) to deliver your order
- Service providers who help us operate our website (e.g. hosting, analytics)
- Law enforcement or authorities, where required by law
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Your Rights
As a UK-based business, we comply with the UK GDPR. You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:
Business Name: The Ideal Carts
Phone: +44 7480 264913
Email: info@theidealcarts.com
Address: 2 Curlew Close, Rochdale, OL11 5PX, United Kingdom
Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (London time)