Privacy policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: October 15, 2025

gynecolibrary.online operates this website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products, digital content, and services, in order to provide you, the user, with a professional and educational experience (the “Services”). GynecoLibrary may be powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide certain ecommerce and technical functions.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information when you visit, use, make a purchase, or otherwise interact with our Services or communicate with us. If there is a conflict between our Terms of Service and this Privacy Policy, this Privacy Policy governs with respect to the collection, processing, and disclosure of your personal information.

By using or accessing the Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT OR PROCESS

When we refer to “personal information,” we mean data that identifies or can reasonably be linked to you or another individual. Personal information does not include anonymous or de-identified data that cannot reasonably identify you.

Depending on how you interact with the Services and as permitted by applicable law, we may collect or process the following types of personal information:

  • Contact details: name, address, billing and shipping addresses, phone number, and email address.
  • Financial information: credit or debit card numbers, payment details, and transaction information.
  • Account information: username, password, security questions, preferences, and settings.
  • Transaction information: items viewed, added to cart or wishlist, purchased, returned, or exchanged, and records of past transactions.
  • Communications: information you include in your messages or inquiries to us.
  • Device information: data about your browser, device, IP address, and other technical identifiers.
  • Usage information: data about your interactions with the Services, including navigation and access times.

SOURCES OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We may collect personal information from:

  • Directly from you, when you create an account, make a purchase, or contact us.
  • Automatically, through cookies, analytics tools, and your device when you use our Services.
  • Service providers, who assist us with technology, analytics, or customer management.
  • Partners or third parties, including advertising or affiliate networks.

HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

1. Provide, Tailor, and Improve the Services

To deliver, manage, and personalize your experience, fulfill orders, process payments, ship products, manage returns, and customize educational and product recommendations.

2. Marketing and Advertising

To send promotional messages, newsletters, and advertisements related to GynecoLibrary’s products or services. Marketing communications may be delivered via email, text message, or other channels.

3. Security and Fraud Prevention

To authenticate users, detect and investigate suspicious or illegal activities, and maintain a secure environment. You are responsible for keeping your login credentials confidential.

4. Communicating with You

To provide customer support, respond to inquiries, deliver important updates, and manage our business relationship with you.

5. Legal Compliance

To comply with laws, respond to lawful requests or court orders, and enforce our Terms of Service or other policies.

HOW WE DISCLOSE PERSONAL INFORMATION

We may disclose your personal information in the following circumstances:

  • With Shopify, vendors, and service providers that perform services such as IT, payment processing, analytics, customer support, shipping, and fulfillment.
  • With marketing or business partners for promotional purposes. Our partners use information in accordance with their own privacy practices.
  • With your consent, such as when you authorize third parties (e.g., for shipping or social media integrations).
  • With affiliates or corporate entities within our group structure.
  • In connection with business transactions, such as mergers, sales, or reorganizations.
  • To comply with legal obligations or to protect our rights, our users, or the public.

RELATIONSHIP WITH SHOPIFY

GynecoLibrary is hosted by Shopify. Shopify collects and processes personal information about your access to and use of the Services to enable and improve functionality. Information you provide may be shared with Shopify and other third parties located in countries other than your own.

Shopify may also process personal information collected from your interactions with GynecoLibrary and other merchants for analytics and product development. In such cases, Shopify acts as the data controller and is responsible for managing your rights regarding that data.

THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND LINKS

Our Services may include links to third-party websites or platforms not operated by GynecoLibrary. We are not responsible for the privacy, security, or accuracy of third-party sites or the content found on them.

Any information you share on public forums or social media may be visible to other users. Inclusion of external links on our website does not imply endorsement.

CHILDREN’S DATA

The Services are not intended for use by children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of majority in their jurisdiction.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, you may contact us to request deletion. We do not knowingly sell or share the personal information of individuals under 16 years of age.

SECURITY AND RETENTION OF INFORMATION

We use reasonable security measures to protect personal information but cannot guarantee absolute security. Information transmitted to us may not be secure while in transit. Avoid sending sensitive data through unsecure channels.

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements.

YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights over your personal information, including:

  • Right to Access / Know – to request information we hold about you.
  • Right to Delete – to request deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Correct – to request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Right to Portability – to request a copy or transfer of your data.
  • Right to Opt Out – to opt out of targeted advertising or the sale of personal data.
  • Right to Manage Communications – to unsubscribe from marketing communications.

If you reside in the UK or European Economic Area, you may also have rights to:

  • Object to or restrict processing of your data.
  • Withdraw consent for data processing, where applicable.

You may exercise your rights by contacting us using the details provided below. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

Authorized agents may act on your behalf if proper authorization is provided. We will respond to your request as required by law and will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

COMPLAINTS

If you have concerns about how we process your personal information, please contact us using the information below. Depending on your location, you may also have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.

INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

Your personal information may be transferred, stored, or processed outside your country of residence.

If data is transferred outside the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, we rely on recognized legal mechanisms, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards, to protect your information.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

CONTACT

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Email: support@doctorbooks.online

For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, gynecolibrary.online is the data controller of your personal information.