GDPR and Privacy Policy

CRE Communications GDPR and Privacy Policy

Introduction

CRE Communications is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). It details the types of personal data we gather, how and when we collect it, the purposes for its use, and how long we retain it. When we refer to "we," "us," or "our" in this policy, we mean CRE Communications.


1. Our Privacy Commitment

At CRE Communications, your privacy is a priority. We are transparent about how we handle your personal data, ensuring that you understand what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you regarding your information.


2. Data Collection: What We Gather

We collect, store, and use the following categories of personal data, which either identifies you or could be used to identify you:


  • Identification Data: This includes your name, business or personal email address, business or personal address, telephone number, and social media handles.
  • Professional Information: Such as your job title, work location, department, and position level.
  • Communications Data: Records of correspondence when you contact us, including email and phone conversations.
  • Transactional Data: Details of transactions you have made with us and the fulfillment of those transactions.
  • Technical Data: Information related to your access to our network and premises, such as IP addresses, location data, and usage information, including CCTV images and website interaction data.


3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect personal data directly from you in various ways, including:


  • Website Interactions: When you visit our website, agree to the use of cookies, or use our contact functionality.
  • Communications: When you sign up for email alerts, marketing communications, or other updates.
  • Direct Engagements: When you report issues, provide feedback, respond to surveys, or use our products and services.
  • Automatic Collection: Some usage data may be collected automatically when you browse our website.


4. Why We Use Your Data ("Processing Activities")

Your personal data is used to perform the following activities:


  • Service Fulfillment: To carry out our obligations from any contracts between you and us, including the provision of communication services.
  • Customer Support: To assist you with transactions, provide education and support for our products and services, and manage our relationship with you.
  • Marketing Communications: To send you information about our products and services, and to make recommendations based on your interests. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
  • Recruitment: To assess and communicate with you regarding job applications and maintain records of our recruitment processes.
  • Website Improvement: To enhance your experience on our websites by understanding usage patterns and addressing any technical issues.
  • Legal Compliance and Business Administration: To comply with legal obligations, enforce our rights, defend against claims, and manage business transitions.


5. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:


  • Consent: Where necessary, we obtain your consent to collect and use your personal data. You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
  • Legitimate Interests: We process your data to fulfill our legitimate business interests, such as providing and improving our services, and understanding how you interact with our website.
  • Contractual Necessity: We process your data to fulfill our obligations under any contracts with you.
  • Legal Obligations: We may process your data to comply with regulatory requirements or respond to requests from authorities.


6. Your Rights Regarding Your Data

Under GDPR, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:


  • Right to Access: Request copies of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: Correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
  • Right to Erasure: Request the deletion of your data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit the processing of your data in specific situations.
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data on legitimate grounds.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke your consent at any time if your data is processed based on consent.


To exercise these rights, please contact us at the information provided below.


7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.


8. Data Security

CRE Communications implements stringent security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or accidental deletion. We use encryption software and limit access to your data to authorized personnel only.


9. Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data with:


  • CRE Communications Entities: Other entities within our company group for the purposes of processing activities.
  • Third-Party Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist us with IT services, marketing, legal advice, and more. These processors are contractually obligated to protect your data.
  • Regulatory Authorities and Legal Entities: Where required by law, we may share your data with regulatory bodies or other legal entities.


We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.


10. Use of Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve your website navigation. For more details, please refer to our Cookies Notice.


11. 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 our website and will take effect immediately unless otherwise specified.


12. Contact Us

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


CRE Communications Limited

Unit 16 & 17 Lloyds Court

Manor Royal

Crawley

RH10 9QU


Email: sales@creomms.co.uk

Number: 01903 952733


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