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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 24 June 2025

1. Introduction

HGT Construction (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy in accordance with UK GDPR. This policy details how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data via our website or through your enquiries.
 

2. Data Controller

HGT Construction (HGT Construction Services Ltd)
10 Malvern Meadow, Cornriggs, Temple Ewell, Dover, CT16 3AH
Phone: 01304 340 030 · Email: john@hgtconstruction.co.uk
 

3. Personal Data Collected

  • Contact form/submissions: name, email address, telephone number, message, project details hgtconstruct.com

  • Communications: information exchanged via email or phone about quotes, services, projects

  • Website analytics: IP address, browser/device, pages viewed, session duration via essential and performance cookies
    No advertising or profiling cookies are used

4. Use of Your Data

We may use your information to:

  • Provide quotes or advice on new builds, extensions, refurbishments, or commercial adaptations

  • Schedule and manage projects, communicate updates, and handle follow-up

  • Enhance our website and services via anonymised analytics

  • Comply with financial and regulatory record-keeping requirements
     

5. Legal Basis

Processing is rooted in:

  • Contractual necessity: to provide the services requested

  • Legitimate interests: for managing and improving business operations

  • Consent: if you opt in to receive follow-up communications

  • Legal obligation: to retain records for compliance and audit

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent data. We may share information with:

  • Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, email platforms) acting as processors

  • Legal or regulatory authorities, as required by law

7. Cookies & Tracking

  • Essential cookies to enable site functionality (forms, navigation)

  • Performance cookies for anonymised usage insights
    No third-party advertising or profiling cookies are used

8. Data Retention

  • Project-related enquiries and service records: retained for up to 7 years

  • Usage analytics: session logs retained for 24 months; aggregated data stored as needed

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, delete, or restrict your personal data

  • Withdraw consent or object to data processing

  • Request portability of your data

  • To exercise your rights, contact us via the details above. You may also file a complaint with the ICO.

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10. Security


We protect data using SSL, secure servers, and limited access controls. While we use best practices, no online system can be completely secure.

11. International Transfers

All personal data is stored and processed within the UK—no overseas transfers occur

12. Policy Updates

We may update this policy periodically. The updated “Effective Date” will reflect any changes. Continued site use indicates acceptance.

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