Privacy Policy
Last Updated: July 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how St Mary's Hardware & Accessories ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from stmaryshardware.com.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how your information is used. By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with capitalized letters have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply whether they appear in singular or plural form.
Definitions
Company refers to St Mary's Hardware & Accessories.
Website refers to St Mary's Hardware & Accessories, accessible at stmaryshardware.com.
Business Location refers to: Australia.
Shipping Destination refers to: United Kingdom.
Personal Data means any information that identifies or can identify an individual.
Usage Data refers to data collected automatically when using the website.
Device means any device that can access the website, such as a computer, mobile phone, or tablet.
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website.
You means the individual using or accessing the website.
2. Information We Collect
When you visit or interact with our website, we may collect the following types of information.
Personal Information
When you place an order, create an account, or contact us, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Billing address
- Shipping address
- Phone number
- Payment information
- Order details
Payment information is processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers and is not stored on our servers.
Usage Data
We may automatically collect information such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time and date of visits
- Referring websites
This information helps us improve our website and customer experience.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Enable website functionality
- Analyse website performance
- Improve security
- Enhance your shopping experience
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function correctly.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process and fulfil orders
- Deliver products within the United Kingdom
- Communicate about orders and enquiries
- Provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Detect fraud and protect website security
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information only when necessary with trusted service providers, including:
- Payment processors
- Shipping and courier providers
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- Government or legal authorities where required by law
All service providers are required to process your information securely.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational safeguards, including:
- SSL encrypted website connections
- Secure payment processing
- Restricted access to personal information
- Ongoing security monitoring
Although we work to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Process and fulfil orders
- Provide customer support
- Meet legal and tax obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
Information that is no longer required is securely deleted or anonymised.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to certain processing activities
- Request a copy of your personal data
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental consent where required by law.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to our services or legal requirements.
The latest version will always be available on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us:
St Mary's Hardware & Accessories
Business Address:
46 Queen St
St Marys NSW 2760
Australia
Shipping:
We proudly ship to customers throughout the United Kingdom.
Phone: +61 2 9673 5488
Email: support@stmaryshardware.com
Website: stmaryshardware.com