Portishead Car Hire Privacy Policy

Data We Gather

We gather and manage various types of personal information, including:

How We Handle Your Data

Your personal information is utilized for these key purposes:

• Service Provision and Contract Fulfillment:
  • We handle the processing and management of your car rental reservations and agreements. This includes verifying your identity and confirming that you meet our rental criteria. We also facilitate the collection and return of vehicles, alongside processing payments and managing deposits and any applicable charges.
• Customer Engagement (Contractual Obligations and Interests):
  • We will send booking confirmations, updates, and essential rental details. We respond to your inquiries and offer customer support. We notify you about any changes to our services or policies.
• Marketing Permissions in Portishead:
  • We will send you promotional offers, newsletters, and service updates based on your consent or our legitimate interest. You can opt out at any time.
• Service Enhancement for Our Customers:
  • Evaluating website activity to refine user experience and optimize functionality. Conducting assessments to advance our vehicle fleet and services.
• Compliance with Legal Standards in Portishead:
  • Adhering to local laws and tax obligations. Safeguarding against fraud and maintaining service integrity. Addressing conflicts and upholding our policies.

Data Sharing Practices

Your personal information may be shared with:

• Local Service Partners: Third-party companies assist in delivering our services, including payment processors, IT support, and maintenance. They are contractually bound to safeguard your information.

Your personal information is not sold to third parties.

Data Protection Standards

We take necessary technical and organizational steps to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, changes, sharing, or loss. Measures include encryption, strict access controls, secure servers, and routine security evaluations. Despite these precautions, it is important to acknowledge that no method of online transmission or electronic storage guarantees total security.

Data Storage Policy

We keep your personal information for the duration necessary to achieve the reasons for its collection, which may include compliance with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. The length of time we retain this information depends on the specific type and context of its use.

Your Rights in Portishead

Your rights under UK data protection law are as follows:

• Accessing Your Information: Obtain a copy of your personal information records.

Contact us below to exercise your rights.

Cookies and Data Tracking

Our website employs cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, assess site traffic, and tailor content to your interests. You can adjust your cookie preferences using your browser settings at any time.

Policy Changes

This Privacy Policy may be revised periodically to align with changes in our operations or legal obligations. Any updates will be reflected on this page, accompanied by a new "Last Updated" date. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed about how your information is handled.

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding our Privacy Policy or data practices, please reach out: