Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 22 May 2025
Animal Health Certificates Cheshire ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website or contact us for services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you fill in forms on our website or contact us directly:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Home address
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Pet information (name, species, microchip number, etc.)
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Travel details (destination, date of travel)
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Any additional information voluntarily submitted
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Arrange and confirm bookings for Animal Health Certificates
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Communicate with you about your appointment
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Issue certificates and required documentation
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Improve our services and website experience
We do not share your personal data with third parties unless required by law or for certificate processing (e.g., official recording with APHA or Defra, where applicable).
3. How We Store Your Data
Your information is securely stored on password-protected systems. Email submissions may be held for legal or veterinary recordkeeping purposes in compliance with UK veterinary guidelines.
4. Cookies
Our website may use basic cookies to enhance your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
5. Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction or deletion
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Object to our use of your data
To exercise your rights, contact us at: ekm.vetgroup@outlook.com
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
What to include in the Privacy Policy
Generally speaking, a Privacy Policy often addresses these types of issues: the types of information the website is collecting and the manner in which it collects the data; an explanation about why is the website collecting these types of information; what are the website’s practices on sharing the information with third parties; ways in which your visitors and customers can exercise their rights according to the relevant privacy legislation; the specific practices regarding minors’ data collection; and much, much more.
To learn more about this, check out our article “Creating a Privacy Policy”.