This privacy policy applies between you, the User of this Website, and SPM Mechanical Engineering Ltd (“SPM Mechanical Engineering”, “SPM”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), the owner and provider of this Website. SPM Mechanical Engineering takes your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any Data you provide when using our Website.

Please read this privacy policy carefully.

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Definitions and Interpretation

1. In this privacy policy:

Data
Means collectively all information that you submit to SPM Mechanical Engineering via the Website. This includes, where relevant, definitions under applicable Data Protection Laws.

Cookies
Small text files placed on your computer when you visit certain parts of the Website and/or use certain features. Details are provided in the “Cookies” section below.

Data Protection Laws
Any applicable law relating to personal Data processing, including but not limited to the GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and any related legislation enforceable in the UK.

GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679.

SPM Mechanical Engineering, we, us
SPM Mechanical Engineering Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales.

UK and EU Cookie Law
The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 and any amendments.

User, you
Any third party accessing the Website who is not (i) employed by SPM and acting within the scope of employment, or (ii) engaged by SPM as a consultant or service provider.

Website
The website you are currently using, including any sub-domains unless otherwise stated.

2. In this privacy policy:

• the singular includes the plural and vice versa;

• references to clauses include all subsections;

• “including” means “including without limitation”;

• headings do not affect interpretation.

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Scope of This Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies only to the actions of SPM Mechanical Engineering and Users with respect to this Website. It does not apply to external websites accessible via links from this Website.

For Data Protection Laws, SPM Mechanical Engineering is the Data Controller, meaning we determine how and why your Data is processed.

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Data We Collect

We may collect the following Data, including personal Data:

• Name

• Contact details such as email addresses and telephone numbers

• Web browser type and version (automatically collected)

• Operating system (automatically collected)

• Your browsing activity: referring site, pages visited, and exit pages (automatically collected)

All Data is collected in accordance with this privacy policy.

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How We Collect Data

We collect Data in two ways:

1. Data you provide directly, for example:

   • When contacting us by website form, phone, email, or post

   • When engaging our mechanical engineering services

   • When making a payment

2. Data collected automatically, for example:

   • IP address, visit dates, times, frequency, and interaction behaviour

   • Cookies, depending on your browser settings (see “Cookies”)

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How We Use Your Data

We may use your Data for:

• Internal record keeping

• Improving our services and Website

We use your Data where necessary for our legitimate business interests. You may object to this—see “Your Rights”.

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Who We Share Your Data With

We may share your Data with:

• Group companies or affiliates – to provide coordinated engineering services

• Employees, contractors, and professional advisors – for effective communication and project management

All sharing is carried out in line with this privacy policy.

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Keeping Your Data Secure

We use technical and organisational measures to safeguard your Data, such as:

• Password-protected systems

• Secure servers

If you suspect any misuse or unauthorised access, email us immediately.

For general online safety advice, visit Get Safe Online at getsafeonline.org.

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Data Retention

We keep your Data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined, unless a longer retention period is required for legal or regulatory reasons.

Backup copies may persist temporarily even after deletion.

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Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the Data we hold about you

• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete Data

• Erase your Data

• Restrict how we use your Data

• Request Data portability

• Object to our processing (including legitimate interest processing)

To exercise these rights, contact us at:

steve@spmmechanicalengineering.co.uk

If you are unhappy with our handling of your Data, you may complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): ico.org.uk

Please keep your Data up-to-date by informing us of any changes.

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Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to external sites. We have no control over these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their privacy policies before use.

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Business Changes

If SPM Mechanical Engineering undergoes a business sale, restructure, or transfer, your Data may be transferred to the new controlling party. They will be bound by the terms of this privacy policy.

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Cookies

Our Website may place Cookies on your device to improve your experience and the functionality of our services.

Before Cookies are placed, you will be asked for consent. You may decline Cookies, but some features of the Website may not function as intended.

Types of Cookies Used

You can enable, disable, or delete Cookies in your browser settings. For more guidance, visit aboutcookies.org.

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General Terms

• You may not transfer your rights under this policy.

• If any provision is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions remain enforceable.

• No delay or omission constitutes a waiver of rights.

• This policy is governed by the laws of England and Wales.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

SPM Mechanical Engineering may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on the Website, and your continued use signifies acceptance.

For questions, contact us at:
steve@spmmechanicalengineering.co.uk