Uncle Sam Vintage operates this website. Safeguarding the privacy of our users holds significant importance for us. Therefore, we urge all users to thoroughly peruse this policy as it encompasses crucial details about:

• Our Identity

• The Methods and Purposes of Collecting, Storing, Utilizing, and Sharing Personal Information

• Your Entitlements Pertaining to Your Personal Information

• How to Reach Us and Relevant Regulatory Authorities in Case of Complaints.

WHO WE ARE

Uncle Sam Vintage (referred to as “we” or “us”) gathers, utilizes, and assumes responsibility for the retention of specific personal data related to you. In such instances, we operate under the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that are applicable throughout the European Union (including the United Kingdom).
We hold the role of a “Controller” for this personal information as stipulated by these laws.

THE PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT AND USE

A. PERSONAL INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE TO US

We collect the following personal information that you provide to us:

• Name

• Email

• Address

• Payment details

• Phone number

Some examples of when we collect this information include:

• When registering for an account

• When making purchases

• When leaving comments

• When signing up to newsletters or entering competitions

B. PERSONAL INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE ABOUT THIRD PARTIES

If you give us information about another person, you confirm that the other person has appointed you to act on their behalf and agreed that you:

• Shall consent on their behalf to the processing of their personal data;

• Shall receive any data protection notices on their behalf; and

• Shall consent on their behalf to the transfer of their personal data abroad.

C. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

A cookie is a small text file placed on your computer or electronic device when you access our website. Similar technologies include web beacons, action tags, local shared objects (“flash cookies”), and single-pixel GIFs. Such technologies can be used to track users’ actions and activities and to store information about them. We use these cookies and/or similar technologies on this website.

In addition, it should be noted that in some cases, our cookies or similar technologies may be owned and controlled by third parties who will also collect personal information about you.

The following examples illustrate how we may use cookies to monitor and/or collect information:

• How many times a user visits the website

• Location

• Traffic data

• Which pages a visitor visits

This information helps us to build a profile of our users. Some of this information may be aggregated or statistical, which means we will not be able to identify you individually.

On the first occasion that you use our site, we will ask whether you consent to our use of cookies. If you do not, cookies will not be used. Thereafter you can opt out of using cookies at any time, or you can set your browser not to accept cookies. The websites below tell you how to remove cookies from your browser. However, some of our website features may not function as a result.

For further information on our use of cookies, please see our Website Cookie Policy.

For further information on cookies generally, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.

HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We gather user information for the following objectives:

• User identification and account management

• Order processing

• Conducting research

• Statistical analysis

• Behavioral analysis

WHO YOUR INFORMATION MAY BE SHARED WITH

We might disclose your information to:

• Law enforcement agencies when assisting in preventing unlawful activities.

We use the following platforms to manage orders and facilitate delivery:

• One-SaaS

• QuickBooks

• PayPal

• Stripe

• ShipStation

• UPS / Canada Post

Rest assured, we do not share your personal information with any other third parties.

REQUIRED PERSONAL INFORMATION

The following information is mandatory for you to provide:

• Name

• Address

• Payment details

• Email

• Phone number

This is essential for us to perform the following tasks:

• Process your order

• Complete the payment

• Arrange delivery, including sending delivery schedule notifications via text

When we collect information from you, we will specify whether it’s necessary for you to furnish this information to us.

HOW LONG YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION WILL BE KEPT

We will retain your personal information for the following durations:

• 6 years, as mandated by Canadian tax law.

These timeframes are not extended beyond what is necessary in each circumstance.

REASONS WE CAN COLLECT AND USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

Our collection and utilization of your personal information are based on the following lawful grounds:

• Contractual necessity (to process your purchases)

• Legal obligation (for tax and accounting purposes)

• Legitimate business interest (to improve services and prevent fraud)

• Consent (for newsletters or marketing communications)

KEEPING YOUR INFORMATION SECURE

We maintain appropriate security measures to prevent inadvertent loss, unauthorized use, or access of personal information.
Access to your personal data is restricted to individuals with a legitimate business need to access it. Those handling your information are bound by confidentiality obligations and are authorized to process it solely in a lawful manner.

Furthermore, we have established protocols to address any suspected breaches of data security. If legally required, we will inform you and relevant regulatory authorities about any suspected data security breach.

While we diligently employ reasonable efforts to safeguard your personal data, it’s important to acknowledge that internet usage is not entirely secure. Consequently, we cannot provide an absolute guarantee of the security or integrity of any personal data transferred over the internet.
If you have specific concerns about your information, please contact us at unclesamvintagestore@gmail.com.

TRANSFERS OF YOUR INFORMATION OUT OF THE EEA

At no point will we transfer your personal information beyond the borders of the EEA, except when necessary for the operation of our services (e.g., Shopify servers, payment processors, or shipping integrations), which all comply with GDPR-approved safeguards.

WHAT RIGHTS DO YOU HAVE?

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you possess several significant rights that come at no cost. In summary, these include:

• The right to be informed about how we use your personal information and to ensure its fair processing

• The right to access your personal data

• The right to correct inaccuracies

• The right to request erasure of your personal data

• The right to data portability

• The right to object to direct marketing

• The right to challenge automated decisions

• The right to restrict processing in specific circumstances

• The right to seek compensation for breaches of data protection laws

To exercise any of these rights, please:

• Email us at unclesamvintagestore@gmail.com

• Provide sufficient information to verify your identity (such as an order number or recent transaction record)

• Specify the information your request pertains to

Periodically, we may offer alternative methods for unsubscribing (opting out) from direct marketing, such as unsubscribe buttons or web links. Please note that there may be a brief interval during which you might still receive marketing materials as your request is processed.

HOW TO COMPLAIN

We aspire to address and resolve any inquiries or concerns you may have regarding our utilization of your information.

Furthermore, under the General Data Protection Regulation, you possess the right to file a complaint with a supervisory authority.
In Canada, this would typically be the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC).

CHANGES TO THE PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy was initially released on August 13, 2023, and most recently revised on October 10, 2025.

Please note that we may modify this Privacy Policy periodically. It is recommended that you review this policy regularly to ensure you remain informed about the latest version that will be in effect whenever you access this website.

✅ Updated for: Uncle Sam Vintage
✅ Effective as of: October 10, 2025
✅ Contact: unclesamvintagestore@gmail.com