Effective Date: February 1, 2025
Thira (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, the measures taken to safeguard your data, your rights, and how you can contact us for any privacy concerns.
Thira operates a digital magazine and an online shop at thira.co. The magazine is currently free to access globally but may transition to a paid model at any time. Our shop requires personal details for purchases, including shipping and billing information.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Browsing the Digital Magazine
Thira’s digital magazine is freely accessible without requiring account registration. Visitors to the magazine do not need to provide personal data, but we may collect certain non-personally identifiable information through automated technologies, such as:
Device Information: The type of device used (mobile, tablet, or desktop), operating system, and browser type.
IP Address: Used to estimate general location (e.g., country or city) to optimize website performance and detect fraudulent activities.
Website Usage Data: Information on how visitors interact with the website, including page views, time spent on articles, and referral sources.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Cookies and analytics tools may be used to understand website traffic patterns. Visitors can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.
1.2 Making a Purchase in the Shop
Customers purchasing from the shop are required to provide certain personal details for order fulfillment, including:
Full Name (to process and deliver orders)
Shipping Address (for order fulfillment)
Billing Address (for payment verification and invoicing)
Email Address (for order confirmation and communication)
Phone Number (for delivery updates or inquiries)
Payment Information (processed securely through third-party payment providers; Thira does not store credit or debit card details)
Providing accurate and complete information is necessary to process orders. Failure to provide required details may result in delays or cancellations.
1.3 Communication and Support Requests
If customers or visitors contact Thira for inquiries, customer support, or feedback, any additional information voluntarily provided will be stored for reference and quality assurance.
2. How We Use Your Information
Data collected is used to enhance the visitor and customer experience and ensure smooth operations. Specifically, it is used to:
Process transactions and fulfill orders.
Send order confirmations, shipping updates, and customer support responses.
Enhance website performance by analyzing visitor interactions.
Detect and prevent fraudulent activity, security risks, and unauthorized transactions.
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations, including tax, accounting, and consumer rights laws.
Thira does not sell personal data or share it with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Data Storage and Retention
All personal data related to purchases, including shipping, billing, and order details, is securely stored for two years. After this period, it is deleted unless further retention is legally required. Browsing data collected through analytics tools is stored according to the policies of the respective service providers.
4. Age Restrictions
Thira is intended for visitors and customers aged 18 and above. Personal information from individuals under 18 is not knowingly collected. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted. Parents or legal guardians who believe their child has shared personal information with Thira should contact us.
5. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
Thira does not sell personal data. However, to fulfill orders and operate the website, information may be shared with the following trusted third parties:
Payment Processors: Securely process transactions through providers such as Stripe or PayPal.
Shipping and Delivery Services: Order fulfillment requires sharing shipping details with logistics providers.
Legal and Regulatory Authorities: If legally required, data may be disclosed to comply with regulations.
All third-party service providers handling data are required to implement strong security measures and comply with applicable privacy laws.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Thira may use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance visitor experience and analyze website performance. These technologies collect non-personally identifiable data. Visitors can manage or disable cookies through browser settings. More details are available in the Cookie Policy.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Visitors and customers have the right to:
Access personal information and request a copy of stored data.
Correct inaccurate or outdated information.
Request deletion of their data (subject to legal and operational limitations).
Withdraw consent for certain types of data processing.
Object to data collection practices related to analytics or automated tracking.
To exercise these rights, individuals may contact Thira at info@thira.co with “Privacy Policy” in the subject line.
8. Data Security Measures
Industry-standard security measures are implemented to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse. This includes encryption protocols, secure data storage, and restricted access controls. While reasonable steps are taken to safeguard data, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. Visitors and customers are encouraged to use strong passwords and avoid sharing sensitive information over unsecured networks.
9. Policy Updates
Thira reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. The most recent version will always be posted on thira.co, with the effective date reflecting the latest changes. Continued use of the services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
10. Contacting Thira
For any privacy-related inquiries, including requests to access, update, or delete your data, contact us at info@thira.co with “Privacy Policy” in the subject line.