Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Fumeio ("Fumeio", "we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use fumeio.com, how we use it, and the choices available to you.

By accessing our website or submitting information through our waitlist form, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Who we are

Fumeio is a luxury fragrance house. Our website is operated at fumeio.com. For privacy-related inquiries, you may reach us at fumeiofragrances@gmail.com.

3. Information we collect

We collect information that you provide directly and information that is collected automatically when you use our website.

• Waitlist information: email address submitted through our waitlist form.
• Communication data: messages you send to us by email or through other contact channels.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, language preferences, referring URLs, and pages visited.
• Marketing attribution: UTM parameters and similar campaign identifiers when present in the URL you use to reach our site.
• Approximate location: country or region inferred from network headers where available.

4. How we use your information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

• To register and manage waitlist sign-ups.
• To send waitlist confirmations and product launch updates you have requested or would reasonably expect.
• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
• To maintain website security, prevent abuse, and enforce rate limits.
• To understand how visitors use our website and improve our services.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

5. Legal bases for processing

Where applicable data protection laws require a legal basis, we rely on one or more of the following:

• Consent, when you voluntarily submit your email to join the waitlist or opt in to communications.
• Legitimate interests, such as operating and securing our website, understanding usage, and communicating about our products in a proportionate way.
• Legal obligation, when processing is necessary to comply with applicable law.

6. How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• Service providers that help us host our website, store waitlist data, send email notifications, or analyze site performance, under contractual confidentiality and security obligations.
• Professional advisers, auditors, or authorities when required by law, regulation, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Fumeio, our users, or others.
• Business transfers, if we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to appropriate safeguards.

7. Data retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Waitlist records are kept while you remain subscribed or until you request deletion, after which we delete or anonymize the data within a reasonable period unless retention is required for legal or operational reasons.

8. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to certain processing, and the right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority. To exercise your rights, contact us at the address below. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

10. Cookies and similar technologies

Our website may use essential cookies and similar technologies necessary for basic functionality, security, and performance.

We do not use cookies for invasive cross-site advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

11. Third-party links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies separately.

12. Children's privacy

Our website and products are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

13. International transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than your own, including where our hosting or service providers operate. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers.

14. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Material changes may also be communicated where appropriate.

15. Contact us

If you have questions about this policy, contact us at fumeiofragrances@gmail.com or visit fumeio.com.