Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 26, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Copier Finder. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us when using our copier comparison calculator and quote request service:

  • Contact Information: Company name, contact name, email address, phone number, and postcode
  • Usage Information: Copier specifications (paper size, print volumes, required features)
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and referral source
  • Marketing Data: UTM parameters, landing page URL, and referrer information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide you with copier lease pricing estimates
  • Contact you with competitive quotes from copier suppliers
  • Improve our calculator and comparison tools
  • Send you relevant information about copier leasing options
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
  • Analyze website usage to improve our services

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: You have given us explicit consent to process your information for quote requests
  • Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests
  • Legal Obligations: We need to comply with legal and regulatory requirements

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Copier Suppliers: To provide you with competitive quotes
  • Service Providers: Email services, hosting providers, and analytics platforms
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

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

6. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Typically, we retain lead information for up to 3 years from the date of your last interaction with us.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze website traffic and improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

10. Third-Party Links

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

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

Supervisory Authority

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority. In the UK, this is the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: ico.org.uk