This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal information of users who visit and interact with the website https://www.dicksonsofinverness.co.uk (referred to as “the Website”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. By accessing and using the Website, you consent to the terms and practices described in this Privacy Policy.
- Information Collection
1.1 Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide to us through the contact forms or subscription features on the Website.
1.2 Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information automatically as you navigate the Website. This information may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and other technical information.
- Use of Information
2.1 Personal Information: We will use the personal information you provide to respond to your enquiries, fulfil your requests, and provide you with information about our products and services, including promotional materials, if you have consented to receive such communications.
2.2 Non-Personal Information: Non-personal information collected automatically may be used for statistical analysis, improving the Website’s functionality, and enhancing your experience with the Website.
- Information Sharing
3.1 We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy.
3.2 Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist us in operating the Website, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These third parties have access to your personal information only to the extent necessary for them to perform these tasks and are obligated to keep it confidential.
3.3 Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal information when required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
- Data Security
4.1 The software downloads from this site have been thoroughly scanned and tested at all stages of production, but – as with all new software – we still recommend that you run a virus checker before use. We also recommend that you have an up-to-date backup of your hard disk before using the software. Dicksons cannot accept responsibility for any disruption, damage and/or loss of data on your data or computer system that may occur while using the software. Consult your network administrator before installing any software on a networked computer.
4.2 We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1 The Website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us improve the Website’s functionality and understand how users interact with it.
Essential Site Features
Cookies may be placed upon your computer, phone or other Internet device in order to provide essential site features such as allowing you to compare different cars in stock and complete enquiry forms quickly.
Complementary Site Features
The site may also use Cookies for certain complementary purposes such as showing you the vehicle distance from your current location. All these functions are designed to improve your experience of using the site and your data is not used for any additional purposes eg marketing without your express permission. If you don’t want this site to place Cookies on your device you can disable these using your Internet Browser settings.
5.2 You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
- Links to Third-Party Websites
6.1 The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control or endorse the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
6.2 Dicksons does not represent, warrant, endorse or hold responsibility over any external sites that may be linked to and from this site. Any external site that you visit by clicking through a link on this site is outside the control of Dicksons and you visit entirely at your own risk.
7. Updates to the Privacy Policy
7.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on the Website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
8. Contact Us
8.1 If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us using the information below:
- Website: https://www.dicksonsofinverness.co.uk/contact-us/
- Phone: 01463 712800
By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described herein.
