Last Updated: 24/03/2025
At HelpMechanic.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our Site. We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union (EU) and other applicable privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other details you provide when registering or contacting us.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Site, such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze Site traffic.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and improve our services.
- To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries and sending updates.
- To analyze Site usage and optimize content.
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Union (EU), we process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent (e.g., for cookies or newsletters).
- Legitimate Interest: For Site optimization and security.
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill services you request.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service Providers: Third parties who assist in operating the Site (e.g., hosting, analytics).
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Union (EU), you have the following rights under the GDPR:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Update or correct your information.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your data.
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing.
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., for cookies or newsletters).
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
7. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EU, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.