Privacy notice

This Privacy Notice explains how GMSV UK uses personal data when you use our website or contact us. It is provided in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who we are (controller)

GMSV UK Ltd. is the controller for personal data processed via this website.
Email: info@gmsv.uk
Website: https://www.gmsv.uk

2. What we collect

  • Website usage data: IP address, pages viewed, date/time, basic device and browser information (via server logs and, if you consent, analytics cookies).
  • Enquiry data: details you submit via forms or email (for example, name, email, telephone number, location and vehicle preferences), plus message content.
  • Marketing data (optional): your email address and preferences if you sign up to receive updates.

3. How we use your data (and our lawful basis)

  • To run and secure the website (legitimate interests).
  • To respond to enquiries and provide information you request (contract steps / legitimate interests).
  • To send marketing (consent, where required).
  • To meet legal or regulatory requirements (legal obligation).

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies. Where required under the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we will ask for your consent for non-essential cookies (for example, analytics). You can change or withdraw cookie consent at any time via our cookie settings.

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5. Sharing your data

We may share personal data with trusted service providers who help us run the website and handle enquiries (for example, website hosting, email, and analytics providers). They may only use your data on our instructions.

6. International transfers

Some of our service providers may process data outside the UK. Where this happens, we use appropriate safeguards recognised under UK data protection law (for example, the UK International Data Transfer Agreement or UK addendum to EU Standard Contractual Clauses).

7. How long we keep data

  • Server logs: typically up to 7 days (unless needed to investigate security issues).
  • Enquiries: typically up to 3 months after we close your enquiry, unless we need to keep it longer for business or legal reasons.
  • Marketing: until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent.

8. Your rights

You have rights under the UK GDPR, including the right to access your data, correct it, request deletion, restrict or object to processing, and (in some cases) data portability. You can withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent.

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@gmsv.uk.

9. Complaints

If you’re unhappy with how we handle your personal data, please contact us first. You can also complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

10. Updates

We may update this notice from time to time. Last updated: 26 June 2025.