Hawk Barbers
Introduction
At Hawk Barbers, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. We believe it is important to let you know about the data that we collect and how we will use it.
The Laws and Regulations
The laws that govern personal data in the UK are:
- The Data Protection Act (1998)
- REGULATION (EU) 2016/679 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation) (“GDPR”).
The independent authority that upholds information rights in the public interest in the United Kingdom is the Information Commissioner’s Office (the “ICO”).
Further information can be found at https://ico.org.uk.
Our contact information:
- Telephone: 07513 849 620
- Email: info@hawkbarbers.co.uk
Information You Give Us
You may give us information by filling out one of our contact forms, signing up to join our mailing list, or applying for a job at Hawk Barbers. This information may be personal, commercial, or related to your employment history. We may also collect information from you because we have a legal reason to do so (allowed by law or under contract) or because you have consented for us to do so for a specific purpose.
Information We Collect About You
When you visit www.hawkbarbers.co.uk, we may automatically collect anonymized information about how you interact with our site, including:
- Technical information, such as IP address and geographical location.
- Information about the device or browser you use to connect to our website.
- Data on how you interact with our website, such as pages visited, which may be collected through analysis tools (e.g., Google Analytics) or live chat agents.
For more information, read our cookie policy.
Information We Receive from External Providers
We may receive information about you if you submit your application or details via third-party websites (e.g., recruitment platforms). Each of these third parties will collect your consent before sharing your information with us.
How Do We Use Your Information?
Our primary purpose in collecting personal information (in accordance with GDPR) is to help Hawk Barbers:
- Provide a secure, smooth, efficient, and customized experience.
- Deliver core services and customer support.
- Share targeted marketing, service updates, and promotional offers based on your preferences.
- Contact you directly by phone, text (SMS), or email.
- Compare information for accuracy and/or verify it with third parties (e.g., when verifying employment or other personal data).
For subscribers to our online publications, your personal information may also be used to verify your subscription and deliver content.
Unless you inform us otherwise, we and our affiliates may contact you with updates or offers about our products and services.
What Legal Basis Do We Have for Processing Your Information?
Hawk Barbers may process your information because:
- We have a contract with you or you have used our services.
- You have given us permission to do so.
- It is required to comply with the law.
Who Might We Share Your Information With?
We may share your personal information with third parties if:
- You have given consent.
- It is necessary for legal reasons.
For example, we may share your information with trusted partner companies or services as outlined under section 1159 of the UK Companies Act 2006.
Where We Store Your Data
From 22/5/18, Hawk Barbers does not retain paper files of personal data without the consent of the data owner. All records are stored securely and disposed of in compliance with BS7858:2012 standards, as follows:
- Paper records are destroyed quarterly by a registered company authorized to dispose of confidential waste.
- Staff processing financial information by telephone must not write down or record the details provided.
- Computers and workstations are password-protected and require secure logins.
To ensure compliance with GDPR, all staff undergo training and agree to abide by this privacy policy.
Transmission and Storage of Your Personal Data
While we use best practices to encrypt your data and secure it in compliance with GDPR, online data transmission cannot always be guaranteed as 100% secure.
How Long Will We Keep Your Personal Information?
We retain personal information only as long as necessary under the law or until you request its deletion. If you ask us to remove your data, we may retain your request as proof of compliance.
Privacy Notice Updates
This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. Please check back regularly.
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If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us:
- Email: info@hawkbarbers.co.uk
- Phone: 07513 849 620
Copyright and Trademarks
All materials on this website are the copyright of Hawk Barbers. You may download materials for personal use only. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited without prior written permission.
For permission inquiries, please contact us at info@hawkbarbers.co.uk.