Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01.05.25

Engine-ious Models ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Who We Are

Engine-ious Models is a UK-based model manufacturing business. Our website address is: www.engine-ious.co.uk

We are the data controller for the personal information we collect from you.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

- Identity Data: Full name

- Contact Data: Address, email address, and phone number

- Transaction Data: Details of products purchased, payment method (note: we do not store payment card details)

- Marketing Data: Email preferences and interactions with marketing content

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data in the following ways:

- When you place an order via our website

- When you subscribe to our newsletter

- When you contact us by email, phone, or website forms

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

- To fulfil and deliver your orders

- To contact you regarding your order

- To send you our quarterly newsletter (only with your consent)

- To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax records)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

- Contractual necessity: Processing your data to fulfil an order

- Consent: For sending marketing emails

- Legal obligation: Retaining records for tax and accounting purposes

6. How We Store Your Data

We securely store your data using encrypted digital systems. Access is restricted to authorised personnel only.

We retain data:

- For as long as necessary to complete the purposes above

- For up to 6 years for legal and tax obligations

- Until you unsubscribe from marketing communications

7. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your data. We may share your data with third parties strictly as needed to:

- Process your order (e.g., payment processors, couriers)

- Maintain our website and systems (e.g., website hosting)

All third parties are required to comply with data protection laws and are bound by confidentiality agreements.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

- Access your data

- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data

- Request erasure of your data

- Restrict or object to processing

- Data portability

- Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing emails)

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at: john.baker@engine-ious.co.uk

9. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience and collect analytical data. You will be given the option to accept or manage cookies upon visiting our site.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or your data, please contact:

Engine-ious Models

Email: john.baker@engine-ious.co.uk

Address: 147 Barugh Lane, Barugh Green, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 1LJ

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at https://ico.org.uk

Policy Updates: We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.