Privacy Policy
At D.M. Jewell Accountancy Ltd, accessible from https://dmjewellaccountancy.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains the types of personal information we collect and how we use, store, and protect it, in compliance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information, including:
Name, email address, phone number
Any additional details provided when you contact us or create an account
Why We Collect Your Data
We collect this information to:
Provide and maintain our services
Improve and personalize your experience
Understand how you use our website
Communicate with you, including customer service and promotional updates
Prevent fraud and protect security
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on the following legal grounds:
Contract: To fulfill the services you request.
Consent: For marketing communications or any non-essential cookies.
Legitimate interests: For website analytics, security, and fraud prevention.
Legal obligation: When required to comply with the law (e.g., tax obligations).
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for:
Operating and improving our website
Enhancing security and preventing fraud
Communicating with you about updates, services, and marketing offers (with consent)
Analyzing website usage and improving our services
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use essential cookies to ensure our website functions correctly. For any non-essential cookies, such as those used for analytics or advertising, we ask for your explicit consent.
You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie banner or via your browser settings. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal data for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party providers, such as Google Analytics, to monitor website usage. We ensure these services comply with UK GDPR standards. We do not store payment details, and all transactions are securely handled by third-party processors.
Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
Right to access: Request copies of your personal data.
Right to rectification: Correct any inaccurate data.
Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
Right to restrict processing: Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to object: Object to our processing of your data, especially for marketing purposes.
Right to data portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at david.jewell@dmjewellaccountancy.com. We will respond within one month.
Log Files
We use log files to track visitor interactions on our site. This includes information such as IP addresses, browser type, and visit times. This data is used for security purposes and website improvement.
Data Security
We employ robust encryption protocols and security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and you should take precautions to protect your personal information.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove it.
International Data Transfers
If we transfer your personal data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your data in accordance with UK GDPR.
Third-Party Privacy Policies
Our Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party services, such as advertisers or external websites. Please review their privacy policies for detailed information.
Cookie Policy
For more information on how we use cookies and how to manage your preferences, visit our Cookie Policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Email: david.jewell@dmjewellaccountancy.com
Phone: 07772556243
Address: 19, Wood Lane, Pen-y-Maes, Holywell, Flintshire, CH8 7HU, United Kingdom