Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies between you, the user of this Website or its services, and Car Mod Shop, the owner and provider of this Website.

Car Mod Shop takes the privacy of your information very seriously. This privacy policy explains how we collect and use data provided by you or collected in relation to your use of the Website.

Please read this policy carefully.


Definitions and Interpretation

In this privacy policy, the following definitions apply:

Data
All information that you submit to Car Mod Shop via the Website or via email. This includes, where applicable, the definitions provided in Data Protection Laws.

Cookies
Small text files placed on your computer by this Website when you visit certain areas or use specific features. Details of the cookies used are provided in the section titled "Cookies".

Data Protection Laws
Any applicable law relating to the processing of personal data, including but not limited to Directive 96/46/EC, the GDPR, and any implementing laws or regulations.

GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679.

Car Mod Shop, we, or us
Car Mod Shop, Unit 6 Dotton Farm, Colaton Raleigh, Devon, EX10 0JY, United Kingdom.

UK and EU Cookie Law
The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003, as amended.

User or you
Any third party that accesses the Website and the services provided, who is not employed by Car Mod Shop or providing services to Car Mod Shop.

Website
www.carmodshop.co.uk and any sub-domains unless otherwise stated.

Interpretation Notes:

  • The singular includes the plural and vice versa.

  • “Including” means “including without limitation”.

  • References to statutory provisions include updates/amendments.

  • Headings do not affect interpretation.


Scope of This Privacy Policy

This policy applies only to Car Mod Shop’s actions and Users in relation to this Website and services provided via it.
It does not extend to external websites accessed via links on this Website.

Car Mod Shop is the data controller, meaning we determine how your data is processed.


Data Collected

We may collect the following data, including personal data:

  • Name

  • Contact information such as address, email address, and telephone number (usually in relation to orders)

All data is collected in accordance with this policy.


How Data Is Collected

Data You Provide:

We collect data when you:

  • Contact us via the Website, phone, post, email, or other means

  • Place an order or create an account

  • Opt in to marketing communications

  • Make payments through the Website or otherwise

Data Collected Automatically:

When you access the Website, we may automatically collect:

  • Your IP address

  • Dates/times you access the Website

  • How you navigate and interact with the Website

We also collect data via Cookies according to your browser settings. See the section titled “Cookies” for details.


Our Use of Data

We may use your data for:

  • Internal record keeping

  • Delivering our services

  • Improving our products and services

We may process your data where necessary for our legitimate interests. You may object to this in certain circumstances (see “Your Rights”).

If you register or place an order, processing is necessary for performance of a contract or steps prior to entering into one.


Who We Share Data With

We may share your data with:

  • Employees, contractors, agents or professional advisers

  • Third-party service providers, such as payment processors or software tools

All sharing of data is done in accordance with this policy.


Keeping Data Secure

We use technical and organisational measures to secure your data, including:

  • Password-protected account access

  • Secure servers

We have procedures to address suspected data breaches.
If you suspect misuse or unauthorised access, contact us immediately at sales@carmodshop.co.uk.

For general online safety advice, visit www.getsafeonline.org.


Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer period is required by law.

Data may remain on backup systems for legal or regulatory purposes even after deletion.


Your Rights

You have the following rights:

  • Right to access – Request copies of your data or request corrections/deletions.

  • Right to correct – Have inaccurate data rectified.

  • Right to erase – Request your data be removed.

  • Right to restrict processing – Block or limit how we use your data.

  • Right to data portability – Request your data in transferable format.

  • Right to object – Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

To exercise these rights, contact us at sales@carmodshop.co.uk.

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you may lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
https://ico.org.uk/

Please keep your information up to date.


Links to Other Websites

We are not responsible for external websites linked from our Website.
You should read their privacy policies before using them.


Business Ownership Changes

If Car Mod Shop is sold or restructured, your data may be transferred to the new owner under the same terms of this policy.
We may also share data with prospective buyers.
We will take steps to ensure your privacy remains protected.


Cookies

This Website may place and access certain cookies to improve your user experience.

Before cookies are used, you may be asked for consent. You may refuse consent, but some site features may not function properly.

Types of Cookies Used:

Type Purpose
Strictly Necessary Cookies Required for essential Website functions such as login, shopping cart, checkout.
Analytical/Performance Cookies Help us understand how visitors use the site to improve functionality.
Functionality Cookies Remember your preferences when you return to the Website.

You may contact us for more details on cookies used.

Browser settings allow you to enable, disable, or delete cookies.
For more information, visit aboutcookies.org.


General

  • You may not transfer your rights under this policy.

  • We may transfer our rights where your rights will not be affected.

  • If any part of this policy is found invalid, the remainder will still apply.

  • This policy is governed by the laws of England and Wales.

  • Disputes will be subject to the courts of England and Wales.


Changes to This Policy

Car Mod Shop may update this policy at any time. Changes will be posted on the Website.
Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance.

You may contact us at: sales@carmodshop.co.uk


Privacy Policy Created: June 3rd 2024 using a Rocket Lawyer template