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Privacy Policy

At Scrap Metal Collection, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services.

By using our website (https://scrapmetalcollection.net/) or engaging with our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data from you:

a. Personal Information You Provide

When you fill out forms on our website, contact us, or schedule a scrap metal collection, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Name

  • Contact details (such as email address, phone number, and address)

  • Collection details (such as the type of scrap metal, pickup location, and preferred time)

  • Payment information (only if applicable for certain services)

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Referring website or source

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect your information to improve our services and ensure smooth operation. Your information may be used for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To process your scrap metal collection requests, schedule appointments, and provide the services you request.

  • To Communicate with You: To respond to your inquiries, send confirmations, and keep you informed about updates or changes to our services.

  • To Improve Our Website: To analyze site traffic, improve website performance, and optimize user experience.

  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: To fulfill any legal obligations or regulatory requirements we may be subject to.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We are committed to ensuring the security of your personal information. We implement various technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

However, please be aware that while we strive to protect your data, no transmission of information over the internet is 100% secure.

4. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your personal information under the following circumstances:

  • With Trusted Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as vetted scrap collectors or payment processors. These providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the intended purpose.

  • For Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal information if required by law or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to comply with legal processes or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Scrap Metal Collection, our customers, or the public.

5. Your Data Protection Rights

You have rights regarding your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These include:

  • Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.

  • Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request that we restrict how we process your data.

  • Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another service provider where applicable.

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on your consent to process your data, you can withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

6. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website and analyze site traffic. Cookies are small files placed on your device that allow us to remember your preferences and actions.

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" at the top will be updated. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

We are committed to addressing any privacy-related issues promptly and transparently.

By using Scrap Metal Collection, you agree to this Privacy Policy and the terms outlined within it.

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