Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – Tarzan & the Beachwaiters

Last updated: October 31, 2025

At Tarzan & the Beachwaiters, we take privacy seriously – even if our music suggests otherwise. This page explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep it safe (in plain English).

Disclaimer

This document is provided as a template for informational purposes only.

By using this website, you agree to this disclaimer and acknowledge that Tarzan & the Beachwaiters cannot be held responsible for any actions taken based on the content of this website.

We encourage visitors to seek independent legal advice regarding privacy and data protection.

1. Who We Are

We are Tarzan & the Beachwaiters, a surfpunk and alternative rock band from the Netherlands.

Websites:

www.tarzanandthebeachwaiters.nl

www.tarzanandthebeachwaiters.com 

Data Controller:

Tarzan & the Beachwaiters

Arnesteinweg 48-L

4338 PD Middelburg

The Netherlands

info@tarzanandthebeachwaiters.nl

Hosting provider: Vimexx Nederland B.V.

Newsletter provider: Mailchimp (Intuit Inc.)

Webshop platform: WordPress / WooCommerce

2. What Data We Collect

We only collect the information you voluntarily provide or that’s technically required to run our website and webshop properly.

This may include:

• Your name, address, e-mail address and phone number (for orders or contact)

• Billing and shipping details (for merchandise delivery)

• Payment information (processed securely via our payment providers – never stored by us)

• IP address, browser type and device info (anonymously via analytics or security logs)

• Newsletter subscription data (via Mailchimp, only with your consent)

3. Source of Personal Data

1. Personal data is obtained directly from you when:

   • submitting a contact form,

   • placing an order in our webshop, or

   • signing up for our newsletter.

2. We only collect data necessary to process your order or respond to your inquiry.

3. Your data will not be made public or transferred outside the EU, except to trusted processors that comply with GDPR (such as Mailchimp).

4. Purpose of Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

1. Creating and managing customer accounts in our webshop;

2. Processing and shipping merchandise orders;

3. Meeting our legal obligations (such as accounting and tax records);

4. Sending our newsletter (only with your consent);

5. Responding to messages or requests via our contact form;

6. Improving our website through anonymous analytics.

Orders and communications cannot be completed without this information.

5. Data Retention Period

1. We store personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill our contractual and legal obligations, and for a maximum of 3 years after completion of the order or communication.

2. Newsletter data is stored until you unsubscribe.

3. After this period, all data will be deleted or anonymized.

6. Recipients and Data Processors

We work with trusted third parties that process personal data on our behalf, including:

• Vimexx Nederland B.V. – web hosting and e-mail services

• Mailchimp (Intuit Inc.) – newsletter management

• Mollie B.V. / PayPal – payment processing

• PostNL / DHL / DPD – shipping and delivery

• Google Analytics (with IP anonymization) – website analytics

All partners comply with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).

7. Newsletter

When you subscribe to our newsletter, your e-mail address is stored securely in Mailchimp.

You’ll receive updates about new music, shows, merch, and the occasional dose of band chaos.

You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the link at the bottom of each e-mail.

8. Cookies

Our website uses functional and analytical cookies only:

• Functional cookies keep the webshop and contact forms running smoothly.

• Analytical cookies (via WordPress or Google Analytics) help us understand visitor behavior anonymously.

We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

For details, see our Cookie Policy at the bottom of this page

9. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

• Secure SSL (HTTPS) encryption

• Strong passwords and limited access rights

• Firewall and antivirus protection

• Regular software updates and maintenance

10. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

1. Access your personal data;

2. Request correction or deletion;

3. Restrict or object to processing;

4. Request data portability;

5. Withdraw your consent (e.g. for newsletters);

6. File a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us at:

info@tarzanandthebeachwaiters.nl

11. Final Provisions

1. By placing an order or submitting a form on our website, you confirm that you have read and accepted this Privacy Policy.

2. We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Effective date: October 31, 2025

In short:

We only collect what’s necessary — to ship merch, reply to your messages, and send the occasional rock ’n roll update.

No selling, no tracking, no nonsense. Just surfpunk and service. 🤘