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Privacy Policy

1. Introduction
At Trade it Easy (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and business address.

  • Trading Details: Documents such as your trader’s licence, insurance details, and driver’s licence.

  • Usage Data: Details about how you interact with our website and services, such as IP addresses and browser types.

  • Communication Data: Records of your correspondence with us, including emails and messages in our groups.

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3. How We Collect Data
We gather data when you:

  • Register on our website.

  • Use our services, such as posting in WhatsApp or Facebook groups.

  • Contact us through email or other channels.

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4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:

  • Verify your eligibility for our services.

  • Grant access to our WhatsApp and Facebook groups.

  • Enhance our website and user experience.

  • Communicate updates, offers, or changes to our services.

  • Share your data with trusted partners (see Section 6).

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5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:

  • Contractual Necessity: To provide the services you’ve signed up for (e.g., group access).

  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services or for marketing purposes.

  • Consent: Where you’ve explicitly agreed (e.g., for data sharing with partners).

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6. Data Sharing
We may share your data with:

  • Trusted Partners: To provide you with relevant services or opportunities in the car trading industry. These partners are obliged to protect your data.

  • Service Providers: Third parties who support our operations, such as website hosting or email services.

  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to defend our rights.

 

7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you can:

  • Request access to your personal data.

  • Ask for corrections or deletion of your data.

  • Object to or limit how we process your data.

  • Withdraw consent for data sharing at any time.
    To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@tradeiteasy.co.uk

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8. Data Retention
We keep your data only as long as needed to provide our services or meet legal obligations. If you request deletion, we will remove your data unless we’re required to retain it by law.

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9. Data Security
We use robust technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

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10. International Transfers
Your data may be transferred outside the UK. We ensure such transfers comply with UK GDPR, using safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses.

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11. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. You can adjust your cookie preferences via your browser.

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12. Changes to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy occasionally. Updates will be posted on our website, and your continued use of our services signifies acceptance of the changes.

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13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out to us at contact@tradeiteasy.co.uk

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