Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 15th July 2025

Berkshire Country Cars (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any personal information that you provide to us when you visit our website [insert website URL] (the “Site”) or interact with us in other ways.

By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a. Information You Provide Directly:

• Full name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Vehicle preferences or enquiry details

• Address (if required for service or sales)

• Any additional information provided when filling out contact forms or during correspondence

b. Information Collected Automatically:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Pages visited, time spent, and interaction data (via cookies or analytics tools)

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information to:

• Respond to enquiries and provide services you request

• Contact you regarding vehicle listings or appointments

• Improve our website and user experience

• Send marketing communications (only if you’ve opted in)

• Maintain internal records for administration, legal, and compliance purposes

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

• Consent – where you have given clear permission (e.g., signing up for updates)

• Contract – when processing is necessary for the performance of a contract

• Legitimate interests – for business needs balanced against your rights

• Legal obligations – when we must comply with a legal or regulatory requirement

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information with trusted third parties, including:

• IT service providers and website hosts

• Marketing service providers (only with your consent)

• Vehicle financing or warranty partners (if applicable)

• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

All third-party service providers are required to protect your data and use it only for the intended purposes.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect analytics data.

You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our [Cookie Policy] (if applicable).

6. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights under data protection laws:

• The right to access your personal data

• The right to request correction or deletion of your data

• The right to object to or restrict certain processing

• The right to data portability

• The right to withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

• The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data from unauthorised access, use, or disclosure.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such websites. We encourage you to review their policies before submitting any personal data.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We recommend you review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:

Berkshire Country Cars
[Insert Business Address]
Email: [Insert Contact Email]
Phone: [Insert Contact Number]