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At Maria Gigney Architects, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website https://mariagigneyarchitects.com/. By using our Site, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide:

We may collect personal data that you provide directly, such as:

  • Name, email address, and phone number.
  • Payment and billing details (if applicable).
  • Messages or enquiries submitted via contact forms.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically:

When you use our Site, certain data is collected automatically, including:

  • Your IP address and browser type.
  • Device information and operating system.
  • Pages viewed and time spent on the Site.
  • Referring URLs (the website you visited before ours).

1.3 Cookies:

We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyse website traffic. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

2. How We Use Your Data

Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage our services.
  • To respond to your enquiries and support requests.
  • To process payments and deliver products or services.
  • To send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (if you have opted in).
  • To improve our Site’s functionality and user experience.
  • To comply with legal requirements.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: Where you have explicitly agreed (e.g., newsletter sign-ups).
  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfil a service or product you’ve requested.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve services and ensure website security.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

4. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us (e.g., hosting services, payment processors).
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Restriction: Request limited processing of your data.
  • Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
  • Objection: Object to processing for legitimate interests or marketing.
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where applicable (e.g., unsubscribing from emails).

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

8. Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device to improve website functionality. You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact at.

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