Privacy Policy

Last updated: [17/02/2026]

At The Tiny Sweet Kitchen, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with care, transparency and in accordance with UK data protection law (UK GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your information when you visit our website or place an order.

1. Who We Are

The Tiny Sweet Kitchen is a UK-based handmade confectionery business.

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact:

Angela@thetinysweetkitchen.co.uk

2. Information We Collect

When you place an order or contact us, we may collect:

• Your name
• Billing and delivery address
• Email address
• Telephone number (if provided)
• Order details

We may also automatically collect limited technical information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Pages visited

This helps us improve our website and customer experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and fulfil your orders
• Arrange delivery
• Contact you regarding your order
• Respond to enquiries
• Send marketing emails (only if you have opted in)
• Improve our website and services

We will never sell your personal data.

4. Payments

Payments on our website are processed securely via Stripe, a third-party payment processor.

When you place an order, your payment details are processed directly by Stripe. We do not store or have access to your full card details.

Stripe processes personal data in accordance with their own privacy policy, which can be viewed on their website.

5. Marketing Communications

If you choose to subscribe to our mailing list, we may send you:

• Product launches
• Special offers
• Business updates

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email or by contacting us directly.

6. Cookies

Our WordPress website may use cookies to:

• Ensure proper website functionality
• Analyse website traffic
• Improve user experience

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

7. Data Storage & Retention

Your personal data is stored securely and only retained for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfil your order
• Meet legal, tax and accounting obligations

After this period, data is securely deleted.

8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (where legally possible)
• Withdraw consent for marketing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact:

Angela@thetinysweetkitchen.co.uk

9. Third Parties

We may share necessary information with trusted third parties solely for the purpose of operating our business, including:

• Stripe (payment processing)
• Delivery providers
• Website hosting services

These providers are required to process data securely and in accordance with data protection law.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on our website.