Privacy Policy
At HAUTCHIC, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit HAUTCHIC.com. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
- Introduction
1.1 We are committed to respecting and safeguarding the privacy of all our visitors.
1.2 This privacy policy applies to how Hautchic (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”) acts as a data controller, determining the purposes and methods of processing your personal data.
1.3 Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies when you first visit the site.
1.4 If you subscribe to our newsletter, you can manage your preferences or unsubscribe at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of our emails.
- Information We Collect and How We Use It
2.1 Data Collected:
We may collect the following types of data when you interact with our website:
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referral source, duration of visits, page views, and navigation paths. Collected via Google Analytics to improve site performance.
- Profile Data: Name, email address, and preferences (only when you voluntarily provide these details).
- Enquiry Data: Information submitted via our contact form for inquiries, marketing, or collaborations.
2.2 Purposes of Collection:
We use your data for:
- Improving user experience and site performance.
- Sending newsletters or marketing communications (with your consent).
- Responding to inquiries and feedback.
- Protecting the website’s security and addressing legal claims, if necessary.
Legal Basis: We rely on legitimate interests for website improvement and security and your consent for marketing or data you voluntarily provide.
- Sharing Your Data
We will not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share it with:
- Professional advisors or legal representatives when required for compliance, risk management, or legal claims.
- Service providers like hosting partners, email marketing services, or analytics platforms.
We may also share personal data when required to comply with legal obligations, protect your safety, or address fraudulent activity.
- International Transfers
Your data may be stored or processed outside your country of residence, including in India or the US, where our hosting providers are located. We take steps to ensure all transfers comply with relevant data protection laws.
- Retention of Data
We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy.
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe.
- Enquiry Data: Retained until the inquiry is resolved.
We may retain certain data for legal or regulatory purposes.
- Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Rectify inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Erasure: Request the deletion of your data where applicable.
- Restriction: Request limits on how we process your data.
- Objection: Object to processing for marketing purposes.
- Portability: Request data in a structured, machine-readable format.
You can exercise these rights by contacting us at hello@hautchic.com.
- Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your browser that help enhance user experience and analyze website performance.
Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Helps us understand website usage via Google Analytics.
- Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads through platforms like Google AdSense.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that blocking cookies may impact your browsing experience.
- Advertising and Third-Party Tools
We partner with third-party providers to manage personalized advertising on our site. These providers may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to gather data such as:
- IP Address
- Device and browser type
- Location data
- Interaction with ads
If you wish to opt out of interest-based advertising, visit:
For mobile devices, you can opt out via the AppChoices app or adjust your platform controls.
- External Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
- Updates to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
- Disclaimer
Content on HAUTCHIC is provided for informational purposes only. Product reviews, beauty recommendations, or remedies reflect personal experiences and should not replace professional advice. Always consult your doctor for medical concerns, and read product instructions carefully before use.
- Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us:
- By email: hello@hautchic.com
- Via our Contact Form on the website