Privacy Policy for SEO For The Trade
Introduction
At SEO For The Trade, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you interact with our website and services.
Who We Are
SEO For The Trade provides specialised digital marketing services for tradespeople and businesses. Our registered office is located in the UK, and we operate in full compliance with UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other relevant privacy laws.
What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1. Personal Information:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business name and address
2. Technical Data:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Time zone settings
- Operating system and platform
3. Usage Data:
- Information on how you use our website, services, and tools.
4. Marketing Preferences:
- Your preferences for receiving marketing communications from us.
How We Collect Your Information
We collect your data in the following ways:
- Direct Interactions: When you fill out forms on our website, contact us via email, or provide information by phone.
- Automated Technologies: Through cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
- Third Parties: From analytics providers like Google Analytics or advertising platforms.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and manage our services.
- Respond to your enquiries and support requests.
- Improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
- Send marketing and promotional materials (with your consent).
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and will never sell your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us deliver our services, such as hosting providers, analytics tools, and email marketing platforms.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights and property.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behaviour. We use cookies to:
- Analyse website traffic and usage.
- Improve site performance.
- Personalise your user experience.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Your Data Protection Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Erasure: Request that we delete your data under certain conditions.
- Restriction: Ask us to limit the processing of your data.
- Objection: Object to how we process your data, including for direct marketing purposes.
- Portability: Request the transfer of your data to another organisation or yourself.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement robust security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive information.
- Regular software updates and vulnerability checks.
- Restricted access to personal data.
How Long We Keep Your Data
We will retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing your data.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
- Email: hello@seoforthetrade.co.uk
Last Updated: 1st December 2024
By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.