Security Policy
Introduction
Garage.co.uk is committed to ensuring the security of your personal data and the protection of your privacy. This Security Policy outlines the measures we take to safeguard your information and the procedures we follow to maintain the security and integrity of our systems.
Data Protection Principles
We adhere to the following principles to ensure the security and protection of personal data:
- Confidentiality: We ensure that personal data is accessible only to those authorized to have access.
- Integrity: We safeguard the accuracy and completeness of personal data and processing methods.
- Availability: We ensure that authorized users have access to personal data and associated systems when required.
Security Measures
We employ a variety of security measures to protect personal data, including but not limited to:
- Encryption: We use advanced encryption technologies to protect sensitive data during transmission and storage.
- Access Controls: We implement strict access control measures to limit access to personal data to authorized personnel only.
- Firewalls and Intrusion Detection: We use firewalls and intrusion detection systems to prevent unauthorized access to our network and systems.
- Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential security risks.
- Data Minimization: We limit the collection and retention of personal data to the minimum necessary for the purposes outlined in our Privacy Policy.
User Responsibilities
While we take extensive measures to ensure the security of your data, it is also important that users take certain precautions to protect their information:
- Keep your account credentials confidential and do not share them with others.
- Use strong, unique passwords for your accounts and change them regularly.
- Be cautious of phishing scams and verify the authenticity of any communication that requests personal information.
Incident Response
In the event of a security incident, we have a comprehensive incident response plan in place to address and mitigate the impact of any data breach or security threat. This includes:
- Immediate containment and investigation of the incident.
- Notification to affected users and relevant authorities as required by law.
- Implementation of corrective measures to prevent future incidents.
Third-Party Security
We work with third-party service providers to deliver certain services on our behalf. We ensure that these providers adhere to strict security standards and practices by:
- Conducting thorough assessments of their security measures.
- Including security requirements in our contracts with them.
- Regularly monitoring and auditing their security practices.
Compliance and Governance
We comply with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our data protection practices are governed by a comprehensive set of policies and procedures designed to ensure compliance and protect the rights of individuals.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Security Policy or the measures we take to protect your data, please contact us:
- Email: help@garage.co.uk
- Postal address: Unit 5, 117 Liverpool Road, Longton, Preston, PR4 5AA
We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring the security and protection of your personal data.