PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy applies between you, the User of this Website, and Plus Digital Consultancy, the owner and provider of this Website. Plus Digital Consultancy takes your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy governs the collection, processing, and use of any Data provided by you or collected by us during your use of this Website.
This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with our [Terms and Conditions](https://www.plus-digital.co.uk/terms-conditions).
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
1. Definitions and Interpretation
In this Privacy Policy, the following definitions apply:
Data: All information submitted to Plus Digital Consultancy via the Website, including personal data as defined by Data Protection Laws.
Cookies: A small text file placed on your device when you visit the Website or use certain Website features. Details of the cookies we use are outlined below in the "Cookies" section.
Data Protection Laws: Any applicable law relating to the processing of personal data, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and any supplementary regulations.
Plus Digital Consultancy, we, or us**: Refers to Plus Digital Consultancy, a company incorporated in England and Wales (Company Number: 14905653), with a registered office at The New Clock, Talaton Road, Whimple, Devon, EX52QQ.
User or you: Any third party who accesses the Website and is not employed by Plus Digital Consultancy or providing services to Plus Digital Consultancy
Website: Refers to https://www.plus-digital.co.uk/ and its sub-domains unless stated otherwise.
Interpretation provisions:
- Singular includes plural and vice versa.
- References to clauses and schedules are to those within this policy.
- References to persons include firms, companies, and entities.
- "Including" means "including without limitation."
- Headings do not form part of this Privacy Policy.
2. Scope of this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies only to the actions of Plus Digital Consultancy and Users in relation to this Website. It does not extend to any external websites accessed via links from this Website.
For Data Protection Law purposes, Plus Digital Consultancy is the "data controller." We determine the purposes and methods of processing your data.
3. Data Collected
We may collect the following types of data from you:
- Name
- Contact Information (e.g., email, phone number)
- Demographic data (e.g., postcode, preferences, interests)
- Financial information (e.g., credit/debit card details)
- IP address (automatically collected)
- Browser type and version (automatically collected)
- Operating system (automatically collected)
4. How We Collect Data
We collect Data in two ways:
Data provided by you: When you contact us, use our services, or make payments through the Website.
Data collected automatically: This includes IP addresses, visit frequency, and interaction with content. Cookies also collect data according to your browser settings.
5. Our Use of Data
We may use your data for:
- Internal record-keeping
- Improvement of products and services
These activities are carried out based on our legitimate interests, but you have the right to object under certain circumstances (see “Your Rights” below). We may also use your Data to display adverts, which you can control via cookies.
6. Keeping Data Secure
We employ technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Password-controlled account access
- Secure server storage
- SSL encryption for payment details
In case of any suspected data breach, contact us at harley@plus-digital.co.uk. For more information on online safety, visit [Get Safe Online](https://www.getsafeonline.org).
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or until you request its deletion. Backup or archival media may retain data for legal, tax, or regulatory purposes.
8. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your data:
Right to access: Request copies or modifications of your data.
Right to correct: Rectify any inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to erase: Request the deletion of your data.
Right to restrict: Limit how we use your data.
Right to data portability: Request a transfer of your data.
Right to object: Object to our use of your data for legitimate interests.
To exercise these rights, contact harley@plus-digital.co.uk. If dissatisfied with our handling of your complaint, you may contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) via [https://ico.org.uk](https://ico.org.uk).
9. Links to Other Websites
Our Website may contain links to other sites. We have no control over these sites and recommend reading their privacy policies before use.
10. Business Ownership and Control Changes
If Plus Digital Consultancy undergoes a business change (e.g., sale or transfer of control), user data may be transferred to the new owner, under the terms of this Privacy Policy.
11. Cookies
Our Website uses Cookies to enhance your experience. All Cookies comply with UK and EU Cookie Laws. You may disable Cookies, but some features of the Website may not work as intended.
Types of Cookies:
Strictly necessary: Essential for the Website's operation (e.g., login, shopping cart).
Analytical/performance: Helps us analyze visitor behaviour and improve content.
Functionality: Remembers your preferences (e.g., language settings).
Targeting: Tracks your visits to display relevant ads.
For a complete list of the cookies we use, please see the "Cookies Schedule."
To manage Cookies, refer to your browser settings or visit (https://www.aboutcookies.org).
12. General
- You may not transfer any of your rights under this Privacy Policy. We may transfer our rights where your rights will not be affected.
- If any part of this Privacy Policy is found invalid or unenforceable, it will be deleted without affecting the remaining provisions.
- This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of England and Wales. All disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English and Welsh courts.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as required by law. Changes will be posted on the Website, and your continued use of the Website implies acceptance of those changes.
Contact Us
You may contact Plus Digital Consultancy by email at harley@plus-digital.co.uk.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on **02 September 2024**.