Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy for Spin Siam

Effective Date: September 19, 2025

At Spin Siam (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we operate an e-commerce platform selling vinyl records and related products through our website [www.spinsiam.com] (the “Site”). We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, provide personalized services, and analyze Site usage. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences, with a primary focus on compliance with Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) B.E. 2562 (2019) and alignment with global data protection laws, such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This policy forms part of our Privacy Policy.

By using our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your consent where required by applicable laws. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you can adjust your preferences or refrain from using the Site.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, track activity, and improve functionality. We also use similar technologies, such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve comparable purposes.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Site:

a. Essential Cookies

  • Purpose: Necessary for the Site to function properly, enabling navigation, adding vinyl records to your shopping cart, logging into your account, and completing purchases.
  • Examples: Session cookies for authentication, cookies to maintain cart contents.
  • Legal Basis: Necessary for the performance of a contract or legitimate interests under the PDPA, GDPR, and other laws.
  • Consent: Not required, as they are essential for Site operation.

b. Performance and Analytics Cookies

  • Purpose: Collect anonymized or pseudonymized data about how you use the Site, such as pages visited, time spent, and errors encountered, to improve performance and user experience.
  • Examples: Google Analytics cookies to track page views and user behavior.
  • Legal Basis: Consent under the PDPA and GDPR; legitimate interests for anonymized data under certain jurisdictions.
  • Consent: Required for non-anonymized data collection in Thailand and the EU.

c. Marketing and Personalization Cookies

  • Purpose: Enable personalized content and advertisements, such as recommending vinyl records based on your browsing or purchase history or displaying targeted ads on third-party platforms.
  • Examples: Cookies from Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, or other advertising networks.
  • Legal Basis: Explicit consent under the PDPA, GDPR, and ePrivacy Directive; opt-out available under CCPA.
  • Consent: Always required before use in Thailand and the EU; opt-out option provided for users in regions like California.

d. Functional Cookies

  • Purpose: Enhance non-essential functionality, such as remembering your language preferences, currency, or music genre preferences (e.g., rock, jazz) for future visits.
  • Examples: Cookies storing your preferred Site layout or currency settings.
  • Legal Basis: Consent under the PDPA and GDPR.
  • Consent: Required before use in Thailand and the EU.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure proper Site functionality (e.g., maintaining your shopping cart or login session).
  • Analyze Site performance and user behavior to improve services (e.g., identifying popular vinyl genres).
  • Personalize your experience, such as recommending vinyl records or showing relevant promotions, with your consent.
  • Deliver targeted advertisements on third-party platforms, with your consent.
  • Enhance Site security and prevent fraudulent activity.

4. Consent for Cookies

In accordance with the PDPA, GDPR, and other applicable laws, we seek your explicit consent for non-essential cookies (performance, marketing, and functional cookies) through our cookie consent banner when you first visit the Site. You can:

  • Accept All Cookies: Allow all cookies, including those for personalization and advertising.
  • Customize Preferences: Choose which categories of cookies to allow.
  • Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Only essential cookies will be used.

For users in Thailand and the EU, consent is required for non-essential cookies under the PDPA and GDPR/ePrivacy Directive. For users in California, you may opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (e.g., via marketing cookies) under the CCPA by selecting “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” in our cookie settings or footer link.

You can withdraw or modify your consent at any time by accessing the cookie settings link on our Site or contacting us at contact@spinsiam.com. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of prior cookie use.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

  • Cookie Consent Banner: Adjust preferences when prompted on the Site.
  • Browser Settings: Block or delete cookies via your browser:
    • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data
    • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
    • Safari: Settings > Privacy > Cookies and Website Data
  • Opt-Out Tools: For third-party cookies, use:
    • Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On
    • Advertising Networks: Network Advertising Initiative or Your Online Choices (EU)
    • CCPA Opt-Out: Use our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link for California residents.

Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality, such as saving cart items or accessing personalized recommendations.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services, including:

  • Google Analytics: To analyze Site usage (e.g., page views, session duration).
  • Payment Processors: To facilitate secure transactions (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
  • Advertising Partners: To deliver targeted ads (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Pixel).
  • Social Media: To enable sharing or interaction (e.g., Instagram, Twitter).

These third parties process data according to their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. We ensure compliance with PDPA, GDPR, and other laws through contractual safeguards, such as Data Processing Agreements.

Third-Party Cookies: Stripe

We use Stripe to process payments securely. Stripe may place cookies or similar technologies on your device to facilitate payment processing, prevent fraud, and improve its services. These cookies may collect information such as your device details or transaction data. For more information, please see Stripe’s Cookie Policy.

Stripe’s Cookie Policy: https://stripe.com/cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our payment services.

7. Data Retention

Cookies are stored for varying durations:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Stored until they expire (e.g., 1 month to 2 years, depending on the cookie) or you delete them manually.
  • Analytics Data: Anonymized or pseudonymized data may be retained for up to 26 months (e.g., Google Analytics default retention).

For more details, see our Privacy Policy.

8. International Data Transfers

Cookies and related data may be processed by third-party providers (e.g., Google in the United States) outside Thailand. We ensure compliance with:

  • PDPA: Using safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses for transfers from Thailand.
  • GDPR: Ensuring adequate protection for EU residents through Data Processing Agreements or EU-approved mechanisms.
  • CCPA and Others: Adhering to regional requirements for data transfers.

By consenting to cookies, you agree to these transfers where necessary. For details, see our Privacy Policy.

9. Your Rights Under Applicable Laws

Depending on your location, you have rights regarding personal data collected via cookies:

  • Thailand (PDPA):
    • Access, correct, or delete your data.
    • Restrict or object to processing.
    • Request data portability.
    • Withdraw consent at any time.
    • Lodge a complaint with Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC).
  • EU (GDPR):
    • Similar rights to PDPA, plus the right to object to automated decision-making.
    • Lodge a complaint with an EU Data Protection Authority.
  • California (CCPA):
    • Request disclosure of data collected or sold.
    • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
    • Request deletion, subject to exceptions.
  • Other Regions: Rights may vary based on local laws (e.g., Brazil’s LGPD, Canada’s PIPEDA).

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@spinsiam.com. We will respond within 30 days (PDPA/GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA), subject to extensions, and may require identity verification.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our Site with a new “Effective Date” or via email. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

For questions, complaints, or to exercise your rights regarding cookies, contact:

Spin Siam
Email: contact@spinsiam.com
Address: 168/33 Moo 7, Ton Pao, San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai, 50130
Phone: 0802333663

Office of the Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC)
Address: สำนักงานคณะกรรมการคุ้มครองข้อมูลส่วนบุคคล เลขที่ 120 หมู่ 3 ชั้น 5-7 ศูนย์ราชการเฉลิมพระเกียรติ 80 พรรษา 5 ธันวาคม 2550 (อาคาร ซี) ซอยแจ้งวัฒนะ 7 ถนนแจ้งวัฒนะ แขวงทุ่งสองห้อง เขตหลักสี่ กรุงเทพฯ 10210
Website: www.pdpc.or.th

For EU residents, contact your local Data Protection Authority:
European Data Protection Board
https://www.edpb.europa.eu/edpb_en

For California residents, contact:
California Attorney General
Website: oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa