amazon.co.uk Privacy Notice

Read our summary of amazon.co.uk's Privacy Notice.

Implications

  • Amazon Europe collects personal information to provide and improve services.
  • Your personal information may be shared with third parties involved in transactions.
  • You can access and update certain personal information through your account.
  • Amazon Europe uses cookies and similar tools which track your use of their services.
  • Amazon Europe may communicate with you regarding services via different channels.
  • Interest-based ads are displayed using your personal information.
  • Amazon Europe participates in EU-US and Swiss-US Data Privacy Frameworks.
  • You have the right to request access to, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • Children under 18 may use Amazon Services only with adult involvement.
  • Amazon retains your personal information for as long as necessary for their purposes.

Things to watch out for

  • Be cautious of the extent of personal information you provide, as it can be shared with third parties.
  • Understand that by using Amazon Services, you consent to the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies.
  • Be aware of interest-based advertising and learn how to manage your advertising preferences if necessary.

AI recommendations

When using Amazon Services, it's important to regularly review your privacy settings and manage your personal information. Pay close attention to the types of information you are sharing and how it can be used for advertising purposes. If you're concerned about privacy, take advantage of the options Amazon provides to opt-out of certain data processing and interest-based advertising. Always keep your contact information and preferences up to date to ensure you receive important communications regarding your account and transactions.

FAQs

How can I control the personal information Amazon has about me?

You can access, update, or delete your personal information through the "Your Account" section on Amazon's website, and manage your privacy settings to control how your information is used.

What should I do if I don't want to receive interest-based ads?

You can adjust your advertising preferences by visiting the Advertising Preferences page on Amazon's website to opt-out of receiving interest-based ads.

How secure is my personal information with Amazon?

Amazon implements encryption and other security measures to protect your personal information, but it's also important for you to take precautions such as using unique passwords and signing off after using shared devices.


(Last updated: 09th December, 2023)

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