Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2024
Introduction
clever-osprey is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you interact with our website and services.
We operate in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in several ways depending on how you interact with us:
Information You Provide Directly
- Contact details such as name, email address, and postal address when you submit enquiry forms
- Service preferences and requirements you share during consultations
- Health or mobility information relevant to our safety assessments (provided with your explicit consent)
- Payment information when purchasing services or equipment
Information Collected Automatically
- Technical data including IP address, browser type, and operating system
- Usage data showing how you navigate our website
- Cookie data as described in our Cookie Policy
How We Use Your Information
We process your personal information for the following purposes:
- Responding to your enquiries and providing requested information
- Delivering services you have purchased, including assessments and installations
- Maintaining records of our interactions for customer service purposes
- Improving our website and services based on usage patterns
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
We will not use your information for purposes beyond those stated without obtaining your consent first.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal information under the following legal bases:
- Contract: Processing necessary to fulfil services you have requested
- Consent: Where you have given explicit permission, particularly for health-related information
- Legitimate Interests: For business operations that do not override your rights
- Legal Obligation: Where required by applicable laws
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:
- Service providers who assist with our operations (e.g., installation teams, monitoring centres)
- Professional advisers when necessary for legal, accounting, or insurance purposes
- Regulatory authorities when required by law
Any third parties with whom we share data are bound by confidentiality agreements and data protection requirements.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. Specific retention periods include:
- Customer records: 7 years following last interaction
- Website analytics: 26 months
- Enquiry forms: 2 years if no service is purchased
After these periods, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of information we hold about you
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your information in certain circumstances
- Restriction: Request limited processing of your information
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, common format
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encrypted data transmission, secure server environments, and restricted access controls.
International Transfers
Your information is primarily stored and processed within the United Kingdom. If any transfer outside the UK is necessary, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated through our website. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
clever-osprey
47 Kensington Gardens Square
London W2 4BQ
Email: [email protected]
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.