Privacy Policy – SAR’s Cars

Effective Date: October 2025

At SAR’s Cars, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website, services, or contact us.

1. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

• Personal details: name, email address, phone number, home address

• Event details: wedding date, locations, preferences, and special requests

• Payment information: bank details or payment confirmations (securely processed via third-party payment providers)

• Website data: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behaviour via cookies

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Provide and personalise our services, including wedding transport

• Communicate with you regarding bookings, invoices, and updates

• Improve our website, services, and customer experience

• Prevent fraud and ensure security

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

3. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your experience and monitor website performance. Cookies may include:

• Essential cookies: for site functionality

• Analytics cookies: to understand website traffic and usage

• Functional cookies: remember your preferences

• Third-party cookies: for advertising or social media integrations

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. By clicking “Accept”, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can also manage or disable cookies via your browser settings at any time.

Most browsers allow you to:

• See what cookies are stored on your device

• Delete cookies you don’t want

• Block or restrict cookies in the future

Please note that some parts of the website may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

For more information about cookies, visit: www.aboutcookies.org 

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for payments, booking, or marketing. These services may have access to your personal data only as necessary to provide their services. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for further information.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Typical retention periods:

• Booking and payment records: 6 years (for accounting purposes)

• Marketing communications: until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent

6. Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure adequate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the UK government.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR and UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccuracies

• Request deletion of your data

• Restrict processing

• Data portability

• Object to processing for direct marketing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [sarscarsinformation@gmail.com].

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

9. Data Protection Officer (DPO)

If you have any questions about your data or this privacy policy, you can contact our DPO:

SA Ripley
Email: sarscarsweddinghire@gmail.com
Phone: 07495 931601

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected on this page with the effective date updated. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.