Swinton Car Hire Privacy Policy

Data Collection Practices

Swinton collects and processes various personal information types.

How We Utilize Your Data

Your personal information serves these key purposes:

• Service Provision and Contract Fulfillment:
  • We handle the processing and management of your car rental bookings and agreements. This includes verifying your identity to confirm you meet our rental criteria. We facilitate the procedures for collecting and returning vehicles. Additionally, we process payments and manage any associated deposits and charges effectively.
• Customer Communication for Contractual Needs and Interests:
  • We send booking confirmations, updates, and essential rental information. We address your inquiries and offer customer support. We inform you of any service or policy changes.
• Marketing and Consent Management:
  • We will send promotional offers, newsletters, and service updates with your consent or if we have a legitimate interest. You can opt out anytime.
• Service Enhancement for Customer Benefit:
  • Evaluating website interactions to refine user experience and functionality. Conducting assessments to improve our vehicle fleet and service offerings.
• Compliance with Legal Obligations:
  • Adhering to legal, regulatory, and tax obligations. Safeguarding against fraud and maintaining service security. Addressing conflicts and upholding our terms and conditions.

3. Data Sharing Practices

Sharing Your Information With Others

• Third-Party Service Providers: We collaborate with third-party companies, including payment processors and IT support, to deliver our services. These partners are bound by contracts to safeguard your data.

Your personal information is not sold to third parties.

Data Protection Standards

Swinton prioritizes the security of your personal information. We employ a variety of technical and organizational measures, such as encryption, access controls, and secure servers, in addition to conducting regular security assessments. While we strive to maintain high security standards, it is important to recognize that no method of electronic transmission or storage is entirely risk-free.

Data Storage Duration

At Swinton, we keep your personal information only for the time needed to achieve the purposes for which it was collected. This includes compliance with legal obligations, accounting standards, and reporting needs. The duration for which we retain data may differ based on the information type and how it is processed.

Your Rights with Swinton

Your Rights Under UK Data Protection Law

• Access to Your Information: Obtain a copy of your personal information records.

Contact us to exercise your rights below.

Cookies and Tracking Practices

Swinton's website utilizes cookies and related technologies to improve your browsing experience, assess site traffic, and customize content to your preferences. You have the option to adjust your cookie settings via your browser preferences at any time.

Policy Changes

Swinton may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to align with changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be reflected on this page, along with a new "Last Updated" date. We recommend checking this policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.

Contact Swinton Car Hire

For inquiries regarding our Privacy Policy or data practices, contact us: