Bathgate Car Hire Privacy Policy

Data We Gather

We gather and manage various types of personal information, such as:

Using Your Information

Your personal information is used for these key purposes:

• Service Execution and Compliance:
  • Managing your vehicle rental bookings and agreements is a core function. We verify your identity to confirm you meet our rental criteria. The vehicle collection and return processes are streamlined for your convenience. Additionally, we handle payment processing, including deposits and any applicable charges, to ensure a smooth transaction experience.
• Customer Communication (Contractual Obligations and Legitimate Interests):
  • Communicating booking confirmations, updates, and essential rental details. Addressing your inquiries and delivering customer support. Informing you of service or policy changes.
• Marketing Permissions and Interests:
  • We will send you promotional offers, newsletters, and service updates based on your consent or legitimate interest. You may opt out at any time.
• Service Enhancement (Legitimate Interest):
  • Evaluating website interactions to refine user experience and site functionality. Conducting research to improve our fleet and service offerings.
• Compliance with Legal Regulations:
  • Adhering to local laws, regulations, and tax obligations. Safeguarding against fraud while maintaining service integrity. Addressing conflicts and upholding our terms of service.

Data Sharing Practices

Sharing Your Information With:

• Service Partners in Bathgate: We collaborate with third-party companies, including payment processors, IT support, and maintenance services, all bound by contracts to safeguard your data.

We do not share your personal information with third parties.

Data Protection Standards

At Car Hire Bathgate, we prioritize the protection of your personal information through a combination of technical and organizational measures. This includes the use of encryption, access restrictions, secure server environments, and routine security evaluations. Despite these precautions, it is important to acknowledge that no method of transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be entirely secure.

Data Retention Policy

We keep your personal information only for the time required to achieve the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. The duration for which data is retained depends on the specific type of information and the context in which it was processed.

Your Rights and Choices

Your rights under UK data protection law

• Access to Your Information: Obtain a copy of your personal information from us.

For inquiries regarding your rights, please contact us below.

Cookies and Tracking Usage

Our website utilizes cookies and related technologies to improve your browsing experience, assess site traffic, and customize content. You have the option to adjust your cookie preferences via your browser settings at any time.

Policy Changes

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to align with changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be published on this page along with a new "Last Updated" date. We recommend that you check this policy regularly for the latest information.

Contact Bathgate Car Hire

For inquiries regarding our Privacy Policy or data practices, please reach out to us.