Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies between you, the User of this Website, and Cardinal Rock Ltd, the owner and provider of this Website. Cardinal Rock takes your privacy seriously. This policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of any Data provided by you or collected in relation to your use of the Website. Please read this privacy policy carefully.

Definitions and Interpretation

In this privacy policy, the following definitions are used:

  • Data: Collectively all information that you submit to Cardinal Rock via the Website. This includes, where applicable, the definitions provided in the Data Protection Act 1998.
  • Cookies: A small text file placed on your computer by this Website when you visit certain parts or use certain features of the Website. Details of the cookies used by this Website are set out below (see Cookies).
  • Cardinal Rock, or Us: Cardinal Rock Ltd, a company incorporated in England and Wales with registered number [Insert Number], whose registered office is at [Insert Address], United Kingdom.
  • UK and EU Cookie Law: The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 as amended by the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) (Amendment) Regulations 2011.
  • User or You: Any third party that accesses the Website and is not either (i) employed by Cardinal Rock and acting in the course of their employment or (ii) engaged as a consultant or otherwise providing services to Cardinal Rock and accessing the Website in connection with the provision of such services.
  • Website: The website that you are currently using, www.cardinalrock.co.uk, and any sub-domains of this site unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.

In this privacy policy, unless the context requires a different interpretation:

  • The singular includes the plural and vice versa.
  • References to sub-clauses, clauses, schedules, or appendices are to sub-clauses, clauses, schedules, or appendices of this privacy policy.
  • A reference to a person includes firms, companies, government entities, trusts, and partnerships.
  • “Including” means “including without limitation.”
  • Reference to any statutory provision includes any modification or amendment of it.
  • The headings and sub-headings do not form part of this privacy policy.

Scope of this Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies only to the actions of Cardinal Rock and Users with respect to this Website. It does not extend to any websites that can be accessed from this Website, including but not limited to, any links we may provide to social media websites.

Data Collected

We may collect the following Data, which includes personal Data, from you:

  • Name
  • Contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers
  • Financial information such as credit/debit card numbers

In each case, in accordance with this privacy policy.

Our Use of Data

For purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998, Cardinal Rock is the “data controller.” We will retain any Data you submit for 5 years. Unless required by law, and subject to any third-party disclosures specified in this policy, your Data will not be disclosed to third parties. This includes affiliates and/or other companies within our group. All personal Data is stored securely in accordance with the principles of the Data Protection Act 1998. For more details on security, see the clause below (Security).

We may use your Data for the following:

  • Internal record keeping
  • Transmission by email of promotional materials that may interest you

Third-Party Websites and Services

Cardinal Rock may, from time to time, employ third-party services for the operation of the Website. These providers do not have access to personal Data provided by Users.

Links to Other Websites

This Website may, from time to time, provide links to other websites. We have no control over these websites and are not responsible for their content. This privacy policy does not extend to your use of such websites. You are advised to read the privacy policy of other websites before using them.

Changes of Business Ownership and Control

Cardinal Rock may expand or reduce our business, which may involve the sale and/or transfer of control of all or part of Cardinal Rock. Data provided by Users will be transferred along with that part of our business, and the new owner will be permitted to use the Data for the purposes for which it was originally supplied to us.

Controlling Use of Your Data

You will be given options to restrict our use of your Data, including for direct marketing purposes and sharing with third parties.

Functionality of the Website

To use all features of the Website, you may need to submit certain Data. You may restrict your internet browser’s use of Cookies. For more information, see the clause below (Cookies).

Accessing Your Data

You have the right to request a copy of any personal Data held by Cardinal Rock, subject to a small fee, not exceeding £10.

Security

Data security is paramount to Cardinal Rock. We have implemented physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard Data collected via this Website. However, transmission of information over the internet is not entirely secure and is done at your own risk.

Cookies

This Website may place Cookies on your computer to improve your experience. Cardinal Rock uses Cookies in compliance with UK and EU Cookie Law. You can choose to enable or disable Cookies in your browser.

General

You may not transfer your rights under this privacy policy. We may transfer our rights where your rights will not be affected.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

Cardinal Rock reserves the right to modify this privacy policy as necessary. Any changes will be posted on the Website, and your continued use of the Website will signify your acceptance of these changes.

You may contact Cardinal Rock by email at [email protected]