Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 18th, 2026

ECLECTIC COTTAGE is committed to protecting individuals’ rights, particularly with regard to the automated processing of personal data, and to maintaining transparency with its customers. This policy describes the data processing activities implemented, their purposes, and the means available to you to exercise your rights.
For more information on the protection of personal data, you are invited to consult the website of the Portugese Data Protection Authority (CNPD): cnpd.pt.

Article 1 – Collection and retention of personal data

We collect the following types of data: identification information such as name, email address, and phone number; connection and website usage data, including logs and cookies; as well as transactional information, including order and payment details.
This data is collected via online forms, during interactions with our customer service, and through the use of our services.

Article 2 – Purposes of data processing

The personal data collected on this site is used solely within the scope of our commercial relationship and for the continuous improvement of our services. This data includes information necessary for the operation and personalization of the services offered by our platform, as well as for maintaining the security of our digital environment.
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to provide the Platform’s services and in accordance with applicable legal requirements. This retention period may vary depending on the specific legal and regulatory obligations applicable to us as the website publisher.

Article 3 – Sharing of data with third parties

We share your data with third parties only when necessary for the provision of our services (logistics, payments, etc.), or to comply with legal obligations, respond to court orders, or protect our rights.

Article 4 – Personal Data Protection Policy

We process your personal data in strict compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Lei n.º 58/2019.
You have the right to access, rectify, delete, and restrict the processing of your personal data, as well as the right to object to its processing. You may exercise these rights at any time by contacting us at the following email address: alice@weareavocation.com.
Your data may also be transferred to and processed outside the European Union, notably in Canada and the United States, in compliance with the appropriate safeguards required by the GDPR.

Article 5 – Data security and confidentiality

We are committed to ensuring the protection and security of the personal data we hold, preventing any unauthorized disclosure, in accordance with industry best security practices and applicable regulations.

Article 6 – Users’ rights

As a resident of the European Union, you have the right to access your data, request its rectification, deletion, or restriction of processing, and to object to its processing.
These rights may be exercised by contacting alice@weareavocation.com.

Article 7 – Data retention period

Data is retained for the duration necessary to achieve the purposes set out in this policy and in accordance with legal requirements.

Article 8 – Cookies

Cookies are used on this site to improve your user experience. You may manage the use of cookies through your browser settings.

Article 9 – Links to third-party websites

This site may contain links to third-party websites. The publisher assumes no responsibility for the content or information provided on these external sites, nor for any damage that may result from their use.

Article 10 – Changes to the privacy policy

We reserve the right to modify this policy at any time, with immediate effect upon publication on our website.

Article 11 – Contact and complaints

For any questions or complaints relating to your personal data, or to lodge a complaint, please contact us at alice@weareavocation.com or directly with the CNPD.

This policy is regularly updated to ensure compliance with the highest standards of data protection and reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting your privacy.