Privacy Policy - Man With Van Hackney

This Privacy Policy explains how Man With Van Hackney collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects personal data when providing moving, transport, and related services. It applies to all Man With Van Hackney customers in the area, including individuals and businesses who enquire about, book, or receive our services. We are committed to handling personal data in a lawful, fair, and transparent manner in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using our services, making an enquiry, or providing information to us, you acknowledge that your personal data may be processed as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information that is necessary to provide our services, manage operations, and meet legal obligations. The types of personal data we may collect include:

  • Identity information: full name, title, and any relevant business name.
  • Contact information: email address, telephone number, and postal address.
  • Service information: details relating to your move, booking requirements, item descriptions, access notes, and preferred dates and times.
  • Payment and billing data: invoice details, payment confirmations, and limited financial information required for transaction processing.
  • Communication records: enquiries, correspondence, feedback, complaint details, and service-related notes.
  • Technical information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data if you interact with our digital systems.
  • Special instructions: any additional information you choose to provide, such as delivery preferences or access arrangements.

We do not intentionally collect more information than is necessary. Where we receive personal data from third parties, such as a booking contact or authorised representative, we will process it only for the purpose for which it was provided.

2. How We Use Personal Data

We use personal data to operate our services efficiently and responsibly. This may include:

  • processing enquiries and quotations;
  • managing bookings and scheduling moves;
  • communicating with customers about service arrangements;
  • providing, delivering, and improving our services;
  • issuing invoices and managing payments;
  • handling complaints, claims, or customer support requests;
  • maintaining business records and internal administration;
  • meeting legal, tax, accounting, and regulatory obligations;
  • protecting against fraud, misuse, or security incidents.

We may also use aggregated or anonymised information for reporting, analysis, and service improvement. This information does not identify you personally.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, we must have a lawful basis for processing your personal data. Depending on the context, we rely on one or more of the following:

Contract

We process personal data where it is necessary to enter into or perform a contract with you. This includes confirming bookings, planning a move, coordinating logistics, and delivering the service you requested.

Legal Obligation

We process certain data to comply with legal and regulatory requirements, such as tax, accounting, record-keeping, and responding to lawful requests from authorities.

Legitimate Interests

We may process personal data where it is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided your rights and freedoms do not override those interests. Examples include service management, business improvement, fraud prevention, and maintaining operational security.

Consent

Where required, we will rely on your consent, for example in limited circumstances involving optional communications or certain types of non-essential processing. If consent is used, you may withdraw it at any time.

4. Sharing and Processors

We may share personal data with trusted third parties where necessary to deliver our services or comply with the law. These third parties act as processors or, in some cases, independent controllers. We require appropriate safeguards and contractual protections for all processors handling personal data on our behalf.

Processors may include:

  • IT and cloud service providers;
  • booking, scheduling, and administration software providers;
  • payment processors and invoicing systems;
  • accountants or professional advisers;
  • customer support or communication service providers;
  • logistics or subcontracted service partners where required for fulfilment.

We only share the minimum information necessary for the relevant purpose. We do not sell personal data. If data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses where applicable.

5. Data Retention

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or for as long as required by law. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the reason for processing.

  • Booking and service records: retained for as long as needed to administer the service and address follow-up matters.
  • Financial and tax records: retained for the period required by applicable accounting and tax laws.
  • Correspondence and complaint records: retained for a reasonable period to manage issues and demonstrate compliance.
  • Technical and security records: retained only as long as necessary for monitoring, prevention, and troubleshooting.

When data is no longer needed, we will delete it securely or anonymise it so that it can no longer identify you.

6. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, destruction, or alteration. These measures may include access controls, secure systems, limited data access, staff awareness, and regular review of data handling practices. While no system can be guaranteed completely secure, we take reasonable steps to protect the information entrusted to us.

7. Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have rights in relation to your personal data. These rights may apply depending on the circumstances and the legal basis for processing. They include:

  • Right of access: you may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to rectification: you may ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to erasure: you may request deletion of your data in certain situations.
  • Right to restrict processing: you may ask us to limit the way we use your data in certain cases.
  • Right to object: you may object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
  • Right to data portability: you may request that certain information be provided to you or another organisation in a structured format.
  • Right to withdraw consent: where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise your rights, you may make a request using the appropriate contact route provided in our service materials. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

8. Children’s Data

Our services are intended for adults and business customers. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children unless it is provided incidentally in connection with a service booking or delivery arrangement. If we become aware that we have collected such data without appropriate authority, we will take steps to delete it or otherwise handle it lawfully.

9. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Where we use digital systems, limited cookies or similar technologies may be used to support functionality, security, and basic analytics. These tools are intended to improve performance and help us understand how services are used. Any non-essential cookies will be used only where legally permitted and, where necessary, with consent.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, practice, or our services. The latest version will apply from the date it is made available. We encourage customers to review this policy periodically so they remain informed about how their data is handled.

11. Summary of Key Principles

Man With Van Hackney is committed to processing personal data in a way that is lawful, limited, secure, and transparent. We collect only what is necessary, use it for legitimate and defined purposes, retain it for appropriate periods, and protect it with suitable safeguards. We also respect the rights of individuals and provide clear routes for exercising those rights.

This Privacy Policy applies to all Man With Van Hackney customers in the area and governs personal data processed in connection with our moving and related services.

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