Privacy Policy

Parking Experts is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains what types of personal data we collect when you use our websites and how we safeguard it. Please review this policy carefully as it contains important information about your legal rights.

Who We Are

We are Parking Experts, a registered company in England with company number 15149444. Throughout this Privacy Policy, when we refer to collecting information about you, we are acting as the data controller.

Legal Framework

Parking Experts is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016 and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information We Collect

Web Browsing

When you browse our website, we automatically collect information such as your browser type, operating system, and the date and time of your visit. This data is used solely for website visitor statistics and is anonymous.

Personal Data - Enquiries

If you provide us with your name, email address, or other personal details when making an enquiry, this data will be stored in our database to contact you as indicated on the input form, either by email or phone.

Personal Data - Bookings

To process a booking, we collect personal information including your name, address (including country of residence), date of birth, contact details (email and phone number), and car registration. We also need payment details to complete your booking. Additionally, we may gather:

  • Information from correspondence and communication records.
  • Details of any suspected fraudulent or criminal activities.
  • Information about your booking patterns, such as trip dates and departure locations.

How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data based on various legal grounds including:

  • Consent: For example, if you agree to receive third-party marketing communications.
  • Contractual Necessity: To process and fulfill your bookings.
  • Legitimate Interests: Such as fraud prevention and service improvement.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements.

Your information may be used for:

  • Managing accounts and bookings.
  • Processing payments.
  • Sending promotional offers and updates based on your preferences.
  • Assisting third-party advertisers in showing relevant ads.
  • Aggregating data for trends and communications.
  • Improving our services and conducting research.
  • Preventing fraud and ensuring legal compliance.

Marketing Communications

We use your personal data to send information about promotions, updates, and new features. You can choose your marketing preferences when making a booking and update them anytime. To unsubscribe, click the "unsubscribe" link in any promotional email or email us at info@parkingexperts.uk.

Sharing Your Information

Parking Experts does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for commercial purposes.

Cookie Policy

Use of Cookies

We use temporary cookies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our site. By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

Types of Cookies

  • Web Metrics Cookies: We use Google Analytics to track website usage.
  • Social Network Cookies: Social plugins may use cookies to facilitate sharing and monitor usage.
  • Third-Party Cookies: Content from other sites may include cookies for tracking.

For more details about cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data as long as you are a customer and may keep it for up to seven years after you cease being a customer to comply with legal obligations.

Your Data Protection Rights

You have rights under data protection law, including:

  • Requesting access to your personal information.
  • Requesting correction of inaccurate information.
  • Requesting erasure of your data when no longer needed.
  • Objecting to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
  • Requesting restriction of processing.
  • Requesting data transfer to another party.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@parkingexperts.uk. A fee may be charged for excessive or unfounded requests, and we may require proof of identification.

Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making processes involving your personal data.

Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your data, please contact our Data Protection Manager at info@parkingexperts.uk. If unresolved, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office at www.ico.org.uk.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email. The updated policy will be effective immediately upon publication on our website. If you disagree with changes, adjust your browser or account preferences accordingly.