Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11/13/2025
This website (the “Application”) collects certain Personal Data from its Users. By using the Application, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Owner and Data Controller
Unified Science, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with operational offices in France, acts as the Data Controller for this website.
Certain hosting or infrastructure providers may process Personal Data in the United States under the EU–US Data Privacy Framework or Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
Unified Science (operated by/affiliated with ISF SA)
Route de Malagnou 6, 1208 Geneva, Switzerland
Contact email: admin@spacefed.com
Note: Our public WHOIS record is privacy-protected by Domains By Proxy®, LLC, Tempe, AZ, USA. This provider does not process privacy requests for us. Please contact Unified Science directly.
Types of Data Collected
Contact & Account Data: first name, last name, email address, optional phone number, billing/shipping addresses, hashed password.
Order & Payment Data: purchased items, order amount, currency, payment method, transaction identifiers, tax/shipping details. Full payment card numbers are not stored.
Communication Data: support requests, messages, newsletter sign-ups.
Usage Data & Trackers: IP address, device/browser details, pages viewed, time spent, referring/exit pages, cookie-based activity.
Marketing Preferences: optional preferences given with consent.
Providing certain Data may be necessary to create an account, process orders, or access features. Without required Data, some services may be unavailable.
Mode and Place of Processing
Methods of Processing
We use technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of Personal Data. Processing occurs via IT tools strictly related to operational purposes. Data may be accessible to staff roles (administration, sales, marketing, legal, IT) and external partners (hosting, payments, fulfillment, analytics), appointed as processors where required.
A list of processors is available upon request at admin@spacefed.com.
Place
Data is processed at the Owner’s offices (Switzerland) and at processors’ locations. International transfers may occur, using appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
Retention
Orders & invoices: typically 7–10 years (legal requirement).
Accounts: kept while active and up to 3 years after last activity unless legally required otherwise.
Support messages: retained up to 3 years.
Marketing lists: retained until you unsubscribe.
After retention periods expire, Data is deleted or anonymized.
Purposes of Processing
Personal Data is processed to:
- Operate the store; process orders, payments, shipping, and returns
- Communicate with Users (support, transactional updates, newsletters)
- Maintain security, prevent fraud, ensure service functionality
- Analyze site usage and improve services
- Comply with legal obligations
Detailed Information on Processing
1. Purchasing and Order Fulfilment
We process contact, billing/shipping, and order details to confirm, deliver, and manage purchases.
2. Payments (third-party processors)
Payments are handled by providers such as Stripe. They process payment information directly. We receive limited transaction details.
3. Shipping & Logistics
We share necessary Data with couriers and fulfillment partners to deliver products.
4. Customer Support
We process your contact details and message content to respond to inquiries.
5. Mailing List / Newsletter
If you subscribe, your email is used to send updates and promotions. You may unsubscribe at any time.
6. Analytics & Performance
Analytics tools may collect Usage Data to understand site performance. Consent-based where required.
7. Embedded Content
External embedded services (e.g., YouTube) may collect Usage Data and Trackers.
Cookies and Trackers
We use strictly necessary cookies for cart, checkout, login, and security purposes. With consent, we may use preference, analytics, and marketing cookies. You can adjust preferences via our cookie banner or your browser settings.
Legal Bases for Processing
We process Data under:
- Consent (e.g., newsletters, non-essential cookies)
- Contract (e.g., fulfilling an order)
- Legal obligations (e.g., tax laws)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., security, fraud prevention, limited marketing)
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (GDPR/UK GDPR/Swiss FADP/US state laws), you may request:
- Access to your Data
- Correction or deletion
- Restriction or objection
- Portability
- Withdrawal of consent
- Non-discrimination
To exercise rights, email admin@spacefed.com. Identity verification may be required.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect Data from children under 13 (or under 16 in the EEA/UK/Switzerland). Contact us if you believe a child provided Data.
Data Security
We use HTTPS/TLS, access controls, and encryption where appropriate. No system is 100% secure, but we continually improve safeguards.
Data Sharing
We share Data only with service providers, advisers under confidentiality, authorities when required, and in case of business transfers. We do not sell Personal Data.
Hosting & Infrastructure
The site is hosted by third-party providers. WHOIS privacy is provided by Domains By Proxy®, LLC. Current providers can be requested at admin@spacefed.com.
Do Not Track & Global Privacy Control
We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals. Where required, we honor valid GPC signals for cookie-related opt-outs.
How to Exercise Your Rights
Send requests to admin@spacefed.com with the subject “Privacy Request”. Responses are provided within legally required timeframes.
Additional Information
User Data may be used for legal purposes or in response to lawful authority requests. System logs may be collected for maintenance and security.
You may request additional details at any time via admin@spacefed.com.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy. Changes will be posted here, and consent obtained where required. Please review periodically.
Definitions
Personal Data: Information identifying a natural person.
Usage Data: Automatically collected analytics/technical data.
User / Data Subject: Individual using the Application.
Data Processor: Entity processing Data on behalf of the Controller.
Data Controller: Entity determining purposes and means of Data processing.
Tracker / Cookie: Small stored file enabling tracking and functionality.
