Privacy policy
Privacy policy
This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or make a purchase from goods.ie (the “Site”).
PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT
When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products that you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the Site, and information about how you interact with the Site. We refer to this automatically-collected information as “Device Information”.
We collect Device Information using the following technologies:
-“Cookies” are data files that are placed on your device or computer and often include an anonymous unique identifier. For more information about cookies, and how to disable cookies, visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org.
- “Log files” track actions occurring on the Site, and collect data including your IP address, browser type, Internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.
- “Web beacons”, “tags”, and “pixels” are electronic files used to record information about how you browse the Site.
Additionally, when you make a purchase or attempt to make a purchase through the Site, we collect certain information from you, including your name, billing address, shipping address, payment information (including credit card numbers), email address, and phone number. We refer to this information as “Order Information”.
When we talk about “Personal Information” in this Privacy Policy, we are talking both about Device Information and Order Information.
HOW DO WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?
We use the Order Information that we collect generally to fulfil any orders placed through the Site (including processing your payment information, arranging for shipping, and providing you with invoices and/or order confirmations). Additionally, we use this Order Information to:
- Communicate with you;
- Screen our orders for potential risk or fraud; and
- When in line with the preferences you have shared with us, provide you with information or advertising relating to our products or services.
We use the Device Information that we collect to help us screen for potential risk and fraud (in particular, your IP address), and more generally to improve and optimize our Site (for example, by generating analytics about how our customers browse and interact with the Site, and to assess the success of our marketing and advertising campaigns).
SHARING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We share your Personal Information with third parties to help us use your Personal Information, as described above. For example, we use Shopify to power our online store--you can read more about how Shopify uses your Personal Information here: https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy. We also use Google Analytics to help us understand how our customers use the Site -- you can read more about how Google uses your Personal Information here: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/. You can also opt-out of Google Analytics here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Finally, we may also share your Personal Information to comply with applicable laws and regulations, to respond to a subpoena, search warrant or another lawful request for information we receive, or to otherwise protect our rights.
BEHAVIOURAL ADVERTISING
As described above, we use your Personal Information to provide you with targeted advertisements or marketing communications we believe may be of interest to you. For more information about how targeted advertising works, you can visit the Network Advertising Initiative’s (“NAI”) educational page at http://www.networkadvertising.org/understanding-online-advertising/how-does-it-work.
You can opt-out of targeted advertising by using the links below:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads
- Google: https://www.google.com/settings/ads/anonymous
- Bing: https://advertise.bingads.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/policies/personalized-ads
Additionally, you can opt-out of some of these services by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out portal at http://optout.aboutads.info/.
DO NOT TRACK
Please note that we do not alter our Site’s data collection and use practices when we see a Do Not Track signal from your browser.
YOUR RIGHTS
If you are a European resident, you have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to ask that your personal information be corrected, updated, or deleted. If you would like to exercise this right, please contact us through the contact information below.
Additionally, if you are a European resident we note that we are processing your information in order to fulfil contracts we might have with you (for example if you make an order through the Site), or otherwise to pursue our legitimate business interests listed above. Additionally, please note that your information will be transferred outside of Europe, including to Canada and the United States.
DATA RETENTION
When you place an order through the Site, we will maintain your Order Information for our records unless and until you ask us to delete this information.
CHANGES
We may update this privacy policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to our practices or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons.
MINORS
The Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 16.
CONTACT US
For more information about our privacy practices, if you have questions, or if you would like to make a complaint, please contact us by e‑mail at info@valleyofroses.ie or by mail using the details provided below:
5 Rose Inn Street,
Kilkenny, R95 P77E, Ireland
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Have you ever caught a familiar perfume in a crowd and suddenly remembered someone you haven’t seen in years? Maybe it was your mother’s favourite fragrance, the perfume you wore on your first date, or a scent that reminds you of a holiday from long ago. One moment you’re going about your day. The next, you’re remembering a place, a person or a feeling you thought you’d forgotten. But why does smell have such a powerful connection to memory? Why Do Smells Trigger Old Memories? Our sense of smell has a particularly close connection to the parts of the brain involved in memory and emotion, including the hippocampus and amygdala. When you smell something familiar, your brain can recognise it and bring back memories associated with that scent. Sometimes, those memories feel surprisingly vivid, even after decades. This is often called the Proust effect, named after the writer Marcel Proust, who famously described how a familiar taste and aroma brought back childhood memories. It’s one reason perfume can feel so personal. A Fragrance Can Become Part of Your Story Think about the fragrances you remember most clearly. A fresh, citrus scent might remind you of a summer holiday. A warm vanilla perfume could bring back an evening with someone special. A distinctive woody fragrance might remind you of a person you once knew. At Valley of Roses in Kilkenny, Ireland, our collection includes fragrances with very different characters: #77 INSPIRED BY… LIGHT BLUE A bright, fresh citrus fragrance that could become a reminder of sunny days and unforgettable holidays. Shop #77 INSPIRED BY… LIGHT BLUE → #339 INSPIRED BY… BLACK OPIUM Warm coffee and vanilla notes that might bring back memories of evenings out and special occasions. Shop #339 INSPIRED BY… BLACK OPIUM → #251 INSPIRED BY… AVENTUS A distinctive fruity and woody fragrance with a confident character. Shop #251 INSPIRED BY… AVENTUS → #415 INSPIRED BY… OUD WOOD Smooth, rich woody notes that can leave a memorable impression. Shop #415 INSPIRED BY… OUD WOOD → Of course, no perfume creates the same memories for everyone. The meaning comes from the experiences you associate with it. Can You Create New Memories With Perfume? Absolutely. Wearing a particular fragrance during a meaningful occasion can help it become associated with that experience. It might be the perfume you choose for your wedding, a special trip, a new job or simply an ordinary day that turns into a wonderful memory. And fragrance doesn’t have to stop with perfume. A familiar SHOWER GEL or BODY BALM can also become part of your daily routine and the memories connected to it. Looking for something meaningful to give someone? Explore our PERFUME GIFT SETS, WOMEN’S, MEN’S and UNISEX SCENTS. The Next Memory Might Start With a Fragrance At Valley of Roses, an Irish perfume brand based in Kilkenny, we offer affordable, designer-inspired Eau de Parfum containing at least 20% perfume oil. Whether you’re searching for a new signature scent or a thoughtful fragrance gift in Ireland, sometimes the most memorable perfume isn’t the most expensive one. It’s the one that reminds you of something worth remembering. DISCOVER THE VALLEY OF ROSES PERFUME COLLECTION What’s one smell that instantly takes you back in time? Related Article How to Build a Scent That Lasts All Day, From Shower to Skin Frequently Asked Questions 1. Can perfume bring back memories from years ago? Yes. A familiar fragrance can trigger memories of people, places and special moments. Discover memorable, designer-inspired Eau de Parfum at Valley of Roses in Kilkenny, Ireland. 2. What Eau de Parfum sizes does Valley of Roses offer? Valley of Roses offers 15ml, 50ml and 100ml Eau de Parfum bottles. Want to try something new? Explore our Discovery Sets, featuring bestselling fragrances in smaller sizes, perfect for finding your next favourite scent. 3. Does Valley of Roses offer perfume refills in Ireland? Yes. Valley of Roses offers 50ml and 100ml perfume refills, making it easy to replenish your favourite fragrance. Explore our Eau de Parfum collection and find your favourite scent online in Ireland.
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