Privacy Policy for MetalGarages.uk
Effective Date: 03.06.2025
At MetalGarages.uk, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit or make a purchase from https://metalgarages.uk (“Site”).
1. Who We Are
This website is operated by Metal Garage Ltd, a company registered in the United Kingdom.
Company Name: Metal Garage Ltd
Registered Address: 128 City Road, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 2NX
Email: sales@metalgarages.uk
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Identity Information: Your name and title
- Contact Information: Address, email, phone number
- Order Information: Details of purchases, delivery preferences
- Payment Information: Collected and processed securely via third-party payment providers
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referring URL
- Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our website
- Marketing Preferences: Your choices for receiving marketing messages
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect your data through:
- Online forms (e.g., contact or quote requests)
- Orders placed through the website
- Communications via email or phone
- Automated technologies like cookies when you use our website
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
- Process and deliver your orders
- Provide customer service and respond to inquiries
- Improve our website, services, and marketing
- Comply with legal obligations
- Send updates or promotions (only if you opt in)
5. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
- Trusted Service Providers: e.g., web hosts, payment processors, delivery couriers
- Regulatory Bodies: Where legally required
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
6. International Transfers
If we transfer data outside the UK (e.g., to IT service providers), we ensure it is protected through appropriate safeguards like contractual clauses or UK adequacy decisions.
7. Data Security
We use appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:
- SSL encryption
- Access controls
- Secure hosting and backups
8. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Contact us at sales@metalgarages.uk to exercise your rights.
9. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to provide functionality, analyze traffic, and enhance user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy and comply with our legal obligations.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised Effective Date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:
Metal Garage Ltd
128 City Road, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 2NX
📧 Email: sales@metalgarages.uk