At Ring of the Realm, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal data is handled securely and transparently. This Cookies & Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website www.ringoftherealm.com, make a purchase, or subscribe to our newsletter. By using our Site or services, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Who We Are

Ring of the Realm is a UK-based sole trader business operated by L J Worthington and, as such, is the data controller responsible for your personal data under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. For inquiries, contact us at info@ringoftherealm.com .

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Identity and Contact Information: Name, ring size, email address, phone number, billing and shipping addresses, provided when you make a purchase, or contact us.

• Newsletter Subscription Data: Email address and, if provided, your name when you subscribe to our newsletter.

• Payment Information: Payment details (e.g., card information) processed securely via our trusted payment providers. We do not store full payment details.

• Website Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our Site, such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, collected via cookies or similar technologies.

• Marketing Preferences: Your preferences for receiving marketing communications or newsletters.

• Correspondence Data: Information you provide when contacting us, such as through customer support inquiries.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data:

• Directly from you when you place an order, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us.

• Automatically through cookies and analytics tools when you visit our Site (see Section 7: Cookies).

• From third parties, such as payment processors or delivery services, to fulfil your orders.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes, based on lawful grounds under UK GDPR:

• To Process Orders (Contract): To fulfil your purchase, including processing payments, arranging delivery, and providing order updates.

• To Send Newsletters (Consent): To send you marketing emails or newsletters if you have subscribed. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails or by contacting us.

• To Improve Our Services (Legitimate Interest): To analyse website usage, enhance user experience, and develop our products and services.

• To Respond to Inquiries (Legitimate Interest): To address customer support requests or feedback.

• To Comply with Legal Obligations (Legal Obligation): To meet requirements under UK law, such as tax or consumer protection regulations.

• To Prevent Fraud (Legitimate Interest): To verify transactions and protect against fraudulent activity.

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist with payment processing, delivery, website hosting, or analytics.These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.

• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

• Business Transfers: If we sell or transfer our business, your data may be transferred to a new owner, with notice provided where required.

6. Newsletter Subscriptions

When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and, if provided, your name to send you updates, promotions, and news about our jewellery. You can opt out at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any newsletter email.

• Contacting us at info@ringoftherealm.com.

We will promptly remove you from our marketing list, though we may retain your email to ensure we respect your opt-out preference.

7. Abandoned Cart Emails

You’ll receive an automated email within 24 hours after you abandon your shopping cart, if all of the following occur:

• You enter your email address at checkout, or are logged into your customer account.

• You add a product which is in stock to your shopping cart.

• You close your browser or leave this website without completing your purchase.

You can unsubscribe from these messages at the bottom of the email.

The email will link back to this website, where you can pick up where you left off and complete your purchase.

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyse usage, and deliver personalised content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool. Examples include:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality (e.g., shopping cart, checkout).

• Analytics Cookies: To track website performance and user behaviour.

• Marketing Cookies: To deliver relevant promotions or ads.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Order-related data: Up to 7 years to comply with UK tax and accounting laws.

• Newsletter subscription data: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

• Website usage data: Typically 12 months for analytics purposes.

We securely delete or anonymise data when it is no longer needed.

10. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).

• Restriction: Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.

• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, portable format.

• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests, including marketing.

• Withdraw Consent: Opt out of newsletters or other consent-based processing.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@ringoftherealm.com. We will respond within one month, as required by law. You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

11. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures, such as encryption and secure servers, to protect your data. However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please notify us immediately at info@ringoftherealm.com if you suspect unauthorised access to your account.

12. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the UK (e.g., to service providers in the EEA or elsewhere), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to comply with UK GDPR.

13. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and significant changes will be notified via email or a website notice.

15. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data rights, contact us via:

Email: info@ringoftherealm.com

or

Write to: Ring of the Realm
Queensgate House
48 Queen Street
Exeter
Devon, EX4 3SR
Great Britain

Last Updated: July 13, 2026