Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
ShaeTec ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.shaetec.com or use our services.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable privacy laws.
2. Who We Are
ShaeTec is a company based in the United Kingdom.
Website: www.shaetec.com
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us through the contact information provided on our website.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:
Information You Provide Directly
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Company name
• Information submitted through contact forms or enquiries
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visits
• Referral sources
• Usage data and analytics information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, analyse traffic, and enhance user experience.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
4. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
• Provide and maintain our services
• Respond to enquiries and customer support requests
• Improve our website and services
• Send important updates or communications
• Monitor website performance and security
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud or misuse
We will only process your personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so under UK GDPR.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate business interests
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your data with:
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Service providers and business partners who help operate our website or services
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Professional advisers
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Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law
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All third parties are required to respect the security of your personal data and process it lawfully.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no internet-based service can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
9. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Correct inaccurate information
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Request deletion of your data
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Restrict or object to processing
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Request data portability
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Withdraw consent where applicable
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Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
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You can learn more about your rights at the ICO website: https://ico.org.uk
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
11. International Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the United Kingdom, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
12. Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us through the contact page on our website:
www.shaetec.com