# Privacy Policy
**WooCommerce Easy Attribute Manager (WEAM)**
Last updated: January 23, 2026
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## 1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how WEAM (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use the WooCommerce Easy Attribute Manager plugin (“WEAM”, “the Plugin”) and our website weam.nl.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
**Data Controller:**
WEAM
Herptseweg 6A
5656 JH Oudheusden
The Netherlands
Email: info@weam.nl
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## 2. What Data We Collect
### 2.1 Website (weam.nl)
When you visit our website, we may collect:
| Data Type | Purpose | Legal Basis |
|———–|———|————-|
| IP address | Security, analytics | Legitimate interest |
| Browser type | Compatibility, analytics | Legitimate interest |
| Pages visited | Improve website | Legitimate interest |
| Contact form data | Respond to inquiries | Consent |
### 2.2 Plugin (Free Version)
The Free version of WEAM does **NOT** collect or transmit any personal data. It operates entirely within your WordPress installation.
### 2.3 Plugin (Pro/Ultimate Versions)
When you activate a Pro or Ultimate license, the following data is collected by our payment processor Freemius:
| Data Type | Purpose | Legal Basis |
|———–|———|————-|
| Email address | License management, support | Contract performance |
| License key | Validate subscription | Contract performance |
| Website URL | License activation | Contract performance |
| WordPress version | Compatibility | Legitimate interest |
| PHP version | Compatibility | Legitimate interest |
This data is processed by Freemius, Inc. as our authorized reseller. See [Freemius Privacy Policy](https://freemius.com/privacy/).
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## 3. What Data We Do NOT Collect
We want to be clear about what WEAM does NOT do:
– ❌ We do not collect your customers’ data
– ❌ We do not track your WooCommerce sales or orders
– ❌ We do not access your product information
– ❌ We do not use cookies for tracking (only essential cookies)
– ❌ We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing
– ❌ We do not collect payment card details (handled by Freemius/Stripe/PayPal)
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## 4. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
1. **Provide the Plugin** – License validation, updates, and support
2. **Improve our services** – Fix bugs, develop new features
3. **Communicate with you** – Respond to support requests, send important updates
4. **Comply with legal obligations** – Tax records, fraud prevention
We will never use your data for:
– Targeted advertising
– Profiling or automated decision-making
– Sale to third parties
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## 5. Data Sharing
We only share your data with:
### 5.1 Freemius, Inc.
Our payment processor and license manager. They handle:
– Payment processing
– License key generation and validation
– Subscription management
Freemius is based in the United States and complies with GDPR through Standard Contractual Clauses.
### 5.2 Hosting Provider
Our website is hosted in the European Union. Server logs may contain IP addresses for security purposes.
### 5.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose data if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.
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## 6. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|———–|——————|
| Contact form submissions | 2 years |
| License data (via Freemius) | Duration of subscription + 2 years |
| Website analytics | 26 months |
| Invoice/payment records | 7 years (legal requirement) |
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## 7. Your Rights (GDPR)
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
| Right | Description |
|——-|————-|
| **Access** | Request a copy of your personal data |
| **Rectification** | Correct inaccurate data |
| **Erasure** | Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”) |
| **Restriction** | Limit how we process your data |
| **Portability** | Receive your data in a portable format |
| **Object** | Object to processing based on legitimate interest |
| **Withdraw consent** | Withdraw consent at any time |
To exercise these rights, email us at info@weam.nl. We will respond within 30 days.
For license-related data managed by Freemius, you may also contact them directly at privacy@freemius.com.
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## 8. Cookies
### 8.1 Website Cookies
Our website uses minimal cookies:
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|——–|——|———|———-|
| Session cookie | Essential | Website functionality | Session |
| Cookie consent | Essential | Remember your preference | 1 year |
We do NOT use:
– Marketing cookies
– Third-party tracking cookies
– Social media cookies (unless you interact with embedded content)
### 8.2 Plugin Cookies
The WEAM plugin does NOT set any cookies.
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## 9. Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data:
– HTTPS encryption on all website pages
– Secure license validation via Freemius
– Regular security updates to the Plugin
– Limited access to personal data
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. You use the Plugin at your own risk.
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## 10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
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## 11. International Transfers
Your data may be transferred to:
– **United States** – Freemius, Inc. (payment processing)
These transfers are protected by Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
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## 12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.
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## 13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Significant changes will be communicated via email to license holders.
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## 14. Complaints
If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with:
**Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens)**
Website: https://autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl
Phone: +31 (0)70 888 8500
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## 15. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
**WEAM**
Herptseweg 6A
5656 JH Oudheusden
The Netherlands
Email: info@weam.nl
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.
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*This Privacy Policy was last updated on January 23, 2026.*