Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 16/02/2025

At ShieldSmith Carpentry Services (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or contact us via email.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

Website Visit Information: We may automatically collect information such as the number of visits and the general location of visitors for market research purposes.
Email Information: If you contact us via email, we will collect your email address and any other information you provide in the email.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Market Research: Analyzing the number and location of visits to improve our services and marketing efforts.
Client Communication: Responding to inquiries and providing information about our carpentry services.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website is built on WordPress. By default, WordPress may use certain cookies to enhance user experience. We do not intentionally implement additional tracking technologies. If cookies are automatically enabled by WordPress, users will be informed where applicable.

4. Data Sharing

We do not share your personal information with any third parties.

5. Data Security

Your email information is stored on our WordPress-hosted email service. While we rely on WordPress’s security measures, we recommend that you avoid sharing sensitive information via email.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request access to the information we hold about you.
Correction: Request corrections to any inaccuracies in your information.
Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at mail@shieldsmith.co.uk.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

8. International Users

Our services are intended for clients based in the United Kingdom. By using our website, you acknowledge that your information will be processed in accordance with UK data protection laws.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

ShieldSmith Carpentry Services
Email: mail@shieldsmith.co.uk

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates.

By continuing to use our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.