Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 30th June 2026

At Ask an Avocado, we care about your privacy just as much as we care about delivering thoughtful avocado wisdom. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe.

By using our website, you agree to the practices outlined below.

Who We Are

Ask an Avocado is an online gift service providing personalised plush avocados with custom messages.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: emma@askanavocado.co.uk

Information We Collect

When you place an order or contact us, we may collect:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Billing address

  • Delivery address

  • Telephone number (if provided)

  • Your personalised question or message

  • Payment details (processed securely by our payment provider—we do not store card details)

We may also automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Website usage through cookies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and deliver your order

  • Create your personalised avocado message

  • Contact you about your order

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Improve our website and customer experience

  • Send marketing emails (only if you've opted in)

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

Personalised Messages

Your question and personalised avocado response are treated as private.

They are only used to create your order and provide our service.

We do not publish or share your personalised messages without your permission.

Payment Information

Payments are processed securely by our trusted payment provider.

We do not store or have access to your full payment card details.

Sharing Your Information

We only share your information where necessary to operate our business, including:

  • Delivery companies (to deliver your order)

  • Payment providers (to process payments)

  • Website and hosting providers

  • Professional advisers where legally required

We only work with trusted providers who protect your information.

Marketing

If you choose to join our mailing list, we'll occasionally send you:

  • New avocado launches

  • Exclusive offers

  • Seasonal collections

  • Gift inspiration

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in any email.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Improve website performance

  • Understand how visitors use our website

  • Help us improve your shopping experience

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

How Long We Keep Your Information

We only keep your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Complete your order

  • Meet legal and accounting requirements

  • Resolve any customer service issues

Once no longer needed, your information is securely deleted.

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your personal information (where legally possible)

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at emma@askanavocado.co.uk.

Keeping Your Information Safe

We take the security of your personal information seriously.

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to help protect your information against unauthorised access, loss or misuse.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be published on this page with the updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

Ask an Avocado

📧 emma@askanavocado.co.uk

We promise to treat your personal information with the same care and kindness we give every avocado we send. 🥑💚