Privacy Policy - Merton Storage
Welcome to Merton Storage. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services to you.
1.1 Personal Information
- Name: Your full name.
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.
- Payment Information: Credit card details and billing address.
1.2 Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal information that does not directly identify you, such as:
- Usage Data: Information about how you use our services.
- Cookies: Data collected through cookies to enhance your experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We utilize the collected information for various purposes, including:
- To provide and maintain our services
- To improve our website and services based on your feedback
- To process transactions and manage your account
- To send periodic emails regarding your orders or other products and services
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
3.1 Third-Party Services
We may share your information with third-party service providers to facilitate our services, perform service-related functions, or assist us in analyzing how our services are used.
3.2 Legal Requirements
Merton Storage may disclose your personal information in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect and defend our rights and property, prevent any potential wrongdoing, or protect the personal safety of users of our service or the public.
4. Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. Your data is stored in secured environments and is protected against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
4.1 Encryption
All sensitive information is encrypted using industry-standard encryption protocols to ensure your data is secure during transmission and storage.
4.2 Access Controls
Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only, and regular audits are conducted to ensure compliance with our security policies.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information - You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectify inaccurate information - You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erase your data - Under certain conditions, you can request the deletion of your personal information.
- Restrict processing - You may request that we limit the processing of your personal data.
- Data portability - You can request to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
5.1 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the methods provided in our communications. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Merton Storage uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our services.
6.1 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functionality of our website.
- Performance Cookies: Collect information on how visitors use our website.
- Functionality Cookies: Allow our website to remember choices you make.
6.2 Managing Cookies
You can control the use of cookies at the individual browser level. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
7. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such information.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
8.1 Notification of Changes
When we make significant changes to this policy, we will notify you through our services to ensure you are aware of the updates.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our services from outside your home country, please be aware that your personal information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in different countries. We ensure that all data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
9.1 Data Protection Ensures
Merton Storage adopts appropriate safeguards to protect your data during international transfers, including standard contractual clauses and other regulatory mechanisms.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
11. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
11.1 Criteria for Retention
Our data retention policy is based on the type of information, its purpose of collection, and legal requirements. Once the data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
12. Third-Party Advertising
We may partner with third-party advertisers to display relevant ads to our users. These partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to our site and other websites to provide advertisements about goods and services suited to your interests.
12.1 Opt-Out Options
You can opt-out of personalized advertising by adjusting your browser settings or using advertising opt-out tools provided by industry organizations.
13. Consent
By using our services, you consent to our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
13.1 Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw your consent at any time by discontinuing the use of our services and contacting us for the deletion of your personal information.
14. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Merton Storage operates. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be resolved in the appropriate courts.
14.1 Jurisdiction
By using our services, you agree that any legal action or proceeding between you and Merton Storage will be brought exclusively in the courts of the specified jurisdiction.
15. Feedback and Complaints
If you have any feedback, concerns, or complaints about our Privacy Policy or data handling practices, please let us know. We are committed to addressing and resolving any issues promptly and effectively.
15.1 Process for Handling Complaints
We have established procedures to investigate and respond to complaints in a timely manner. Your input is valuable to us and helps improve our services.
Thank you for trusting Merton Storage with your personal information. We are dedicated to ensuring your data is handled with the utmost care and transparency.
