PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 10th May 2021
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CET Payroll Services Ltd ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website: https://www.cetpayrollservices.co.uk.
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Scope
This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through our website at https://www.cetpayrollservices.co.uk. It does not apply to any data collected through other channels such as telephone, email, or offline services. This policy is intended for all website visitors, regardless of location or device, and reflects our commitment to the ISO27001 standards for Information Security and data minimisation.
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1. What Data We Collect
We collect only the minimum data required to operate and improve our website. We only collect:
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IP Address
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Browser Type and Version
This data is collected only if you accept cookies when visiting our site.
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2. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data on the basis of:
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Consent – where you accept cookies, we collect data to help us understand website usage and performance.
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Legitimate Interests – to ensure our site is secure and functions as intended (e.g., error logging, fraud prevention).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
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Analyse usage patterns for site improvement
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Monitor site performance and troubleshoot issues
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Detect and prevent malicious or unauthorised access attempts
We do not use your data for profiling, marketing, or to make automated decisions.
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4. Cookies
Cookies are small data files placed on your device. We use them only with your consent to gather analytical data (e.g. via Google Analytics).
You can manage or revoke cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
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5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
We may share data with:
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Our trusted IT service providers for website hosting and analytics
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Law enforcement or regulatory authorities if required by law
All vendors are contractually bound to comply with applicable data protection laws and our internal information security standards.
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6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational controls aligned with ISO27001 to protect your data, including:
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Access controls based on role and need
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Encrypted data transmission
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Regular audits and monitoring
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Minimum necessary data processing
7. Data Retention
We retain analytical data for no longer than 12 months, unless a longer period is required by law or necessary for security auditing purposes.
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8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Request access to your personal data
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Request correction or deletion of your data
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Withdraw your cookie consent at any time
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Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date clearly marked.
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10. Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
Stephen Titterington
CET Payroll Services Ltd
Waters Edge
The Paddocks
Bromham
Bedford
MK43 8LT
Email: stephen@cetpayroll.co.uk