Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you use our web development services or contact us, we collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and business address
• Project Information: Business details, project requirements, design preferences, and content materials
• Communication Records: Messages, emails, and other correspondence related to your project
• Payment Information: Billing address and payment method details (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, links clicked, and navigation patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and IP address
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see our Cookies Policy for details)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

• Developing and delivering web development services tailored to your requirements
• Communicating with you about project progress, milestones, and deliverables
• Processing payments and maintaining financial records
• Providing technical support and addressing service-related inquiries

Business Operations

• Improving our services based on user feedback and usage patterns
• Analyzing website performance and user experience
• Maintaining security and preventing fraudulent activities
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms

Marketing Communications

• Sending service updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (only with your consent)
• Informing you about new services or features that may interest you
• Sharing case studies or success stories (with your explicit permission)

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK data protection law, we process your personal information based on:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to fulfill our web development service agreements
• Legitimate Interests: Operating our business, improving services, and ensuring security
• Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and legal obligations
• Consent: Where you have explicitly agreed to specific processing activities

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in these circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services, including:

• Web hosting and cloud storage providers
• Payment processing services
• Analytics and website performance tools
• Email communication platforms

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our business, customers, or others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS protocols
• Secure storage with access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Secure backup systems to prevent data loss

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain robust protections.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Active Projects: Throughout the project duration and support period
• Completed Projects: For 6 years following project completion for legal and accounting purposes
• Marketing Communications: Until you withdraw consent or request removal
• Website Analytics: Aggregated data retained indefinitely; individual data for 24 months

After the retention period, we securely delete or anonymize your information.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal information
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your information under certain conditions
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your information
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your information in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond within one month of receiving your request.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information is primarily stored and processed within the United Kingdom. If we transfer information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
• Adequacy decisions confirming equivalent data protection standards
• Other legally approved transfer mechanisms

9. Children's Privacy

Our web development services are intended for businesses and individuals aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you via email if you have an active project with us
• Display a prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:

Classicroomart
3028 Maple Ridge Road, Denver, CO 80203
Phone: +1 (303) 555-6792
Email: info@classicroomart.world

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.