Privacy and Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 09 January 2026
1. Introduction
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
We use essential cookies required for core functionality (for example, shopping basket, login sessions, and security). With your permission, we also use Matomo analytics cookies to help us understand returning visitors and improve the website. We do not use advertising cookies.
2. Data Controller
Digital Media Projects
Email: info@digitalmediaprojects.eu
3. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect and process different types of personal data depending on how you use the site:
a. E-Commerce Transactions (via PayPal)
When you make a purchase, you are redirected to PayPal, our payment processor. We do not store or process payment details such as credit card numbers.
PayPal shares with us only the data required to fulfil your order, including:
- Full name
- Email address
- Billing and shipping address
PayPal acts as a separate data controller. For more information, see PayPal’s Privacy Policy.
b. User Accounts and Wishlists
If you register for an account or create a wishlist, we collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Account password (securely stored)
- Wishlist preferences or saved items
This data is used to manage your account, retain your preferences, and help you interact with our shop more conveniently.
c. Contact Form
If you contact us via the website, we collect:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your message
This is used solely to respond to your enquiry and is not shared or used for marketing without consent.
d. Newsletter Subscription
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:
- Your email address
This is used only to send occasional updates about our products or services. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.
e. Website Usage (Matomo Analytics)
We use Matomo analytics to understand website usage and improve our content and shopping experience.
- If you accept analytics cookies, Matomo may set cookies that help recognise returning visitors and measure engagement.
- If you choose essential cookies only, we do not set analytics cookies and Matomo tracking is not activated.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following lawful bases for processing your personal data:
- Contractual necessity: to process orders and provide account features
- Consent: for newsletter subscriptions and for analytics cookies (Matomo)
- Legal obligation: to retain records for tax, accounting, or legal purposes
- Legitimate interests: to operate and secure the site, and improve our services
5. Cookies
We use strictly necessary cookies that are essential for the website to function. If you consent, we also use analytics cookies (Matomo). You can change your preference at any time by clearing your consent cookie in your browser and revisiting the site.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
| PHPSESSID (or equivalent session cookie) | Maintains session state for basket and site functionality | Session |
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie preference (essential only vs analytics) | 180 days |
| igd_nl | Newsletter UI state (e.g., confirmed subscription indicator) | Varies |
| _pk_id.* (Matomo, only with consent) | Recognises returning visitors for analytics | Up to 13 months (configurable) |
| _pk_ses.* (Matomo, only with consent) | Short-lived session analytics cookie | Up to 30 minutes |
| _pk_ref.* (Matomo, only with consent) | Stores attribution/referrer information for analytics | Varies (configurable) |
We do not use advertising cookies. We do not sell your personal data.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal data for marketing purposes. We may share your data only with trusted third-party providers necessary to operate our services, such as:
- PayPal (for secure payment processing)
- Email providers (for newsletters, if subscribed)
- Hosting or support services
7. International Data Transfers
If any of your personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent protections.
8. Data Retention
- Order and account data: up to 7–10 years for legal compliance
- Wishlist and account info: as long as your account is active
- Contact form messages: up to 12 months
- Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct or delete your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from newsletters; decline analytics cookies)
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@digitalmediaprojects.eu
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be published here with a new effective date.
11. Contact
If you have any questions or requests related to your personal data or this policy, please contact:
Digital Media Projects
Email: info@digitalmediaprojects.eu