Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 30, 2025

Azulya Unipessoal Lda (“we,” “us,” or “Azulya”) takes your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit https://www.aural.events (the “Site”) or purchase electronic tickets and physical merchandise through our services.

We comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Portuguese Law (Decree-Law No. 58/2019), and all applicable data-protection rules.

1. Data Controller

Azulya Unipessoal Lda
Avenida 30 de Junho, 273
4740-438 Forjães – Esposende, Portugal
Email: info@aural.events
Phone: +351 920476846
NIF 516624323

2. Personal Data We Collect

Category Examples Source
Identity & Contact Data Name, email address, billing/shipping address, phone number You
Account Credentials Username, password hashes You
Transaction Data Order history, payment method (e.g. card type, last four digits) You; payment processor logs
Technical & Usage Data IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, cookies data Automatic via Site analytics
Marketing & Communications Data Newsletter preferences, opt-in/opt-out status You

3. How We Use Your Data & Legal Bases

Purpose Data Used Legal Basis
Order fulfilment & ticket delivery Identity, Contact, Transaction Performance of contract
Account management Account Credentials, Contact Performance of contract; Legitimate interest
Customer support Any data needed to assist you Legitimate interest; Your consent (where required)
Marketing & newsletters Contact, Marketing preferences Your consent
Site analytics & improvements Technical & Usage Data Legitimate interest; Your consent for cookies
Legal compliance & fraud prevention All relevant data Compliance with legal obligations; Legitimate interest

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to personalize your experience, analyze Site usage, and support marketing activities. On your first visit, you will be prompted to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can manage your preferences at any time via our “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

  • Service Providers: payment processors, email-marketing platforms, IT and hosting providers.
  • Transport & Fulfillment Partners: e.g. CTT for delivery of merchandise.
  • Legal & Security Authorities: if required by law, court order, or to investigate fraud or other illicit activity.
  • Business Transfers: in connection with any merger, sale, or reorganization of our company.

We ensure that all third parties uphold at least the same level of data protection as outlined herein, via data-processing agreements.

6. International Transfers

Your data may be transferred and stored outside the European Economic Area (EEA) (e.g. with cloud providers in the U.S.). Whenever we do so, we rely on EU Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved transfer mechanisms to ensure your data remains protected.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes listed above, or as required by law (e.g. tax and accounting rules). When no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize your data.

8. Your Rights under the GDPR

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”), where applicable.
  • Restrict or object to our processing of your data.
  • Data portability—receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw consent at any time (for processing based on consent).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@aural.events. We aim to respond within one month of receipt.

9. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include encryption of sensitive data, secure network firewalls, and access controls.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from someone under 18, please contact us so we can delete it.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When significant changes occur, we will post a prominent notice on our Site and update the “Last updated” date above.

12. Contact Us

Email: info@aural.events
Phone: +351 920476846
Mail:
Azulya Unipessoal Lda
Avenida 30 de Junho, 273
4740-438 Forjães – Esposende
Portugal

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data-protection authority (in Portugal: Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados).

13. Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us improve your browsing experience and allow the website to remember your preferences and actions (such as login, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time.

2. Why We Use Cookies

  • Essential functionality: To ensure the website works as intended (e.g., shopping cart, login).
  • Performance & analytics: To understand how users interact with our website and to improve it (using tools like Google Analytics).
  • Marketing: To offer relevant ads and measure their effectiveness (only with your consent).
  • Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences for a better user experience.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Type of Cookie Purpose Example Tools
Strictly Necessary Required for website functionality OpenCart Core
Analytics Track site usage to improve performance Google Analytics
Functionality Remember your preferences Language, Currency
Targeting & Advertising Show personalized ads (only if accepted) Google Ads, Facebook Pixel

4. Consent & Control

On your first visit to our website, you will be prompted to accept or manage your cookie preferences. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize which cookies you accept

You can also change or withdraw your consent at any time by accessing the "Cookie Settings" link at the bottom of the page.

5. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

You can also manage or delete cookies directly from your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our pages (such as embedded videos or social sharing tools). These are governed by the respective third party’s cookie policies.

7. Contact Us

For any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at info@aural.events.