Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 6/1/25
Gated Metro (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with the laws of England and Wales, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our services or visiting our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Data We Collect
We collect and process the following categories of personal data:
1.1 Direct Enquiries:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any additional information you provide in your enquiry
1.2 Job Applications:
- Name
- Contact information (email address, phone number)
- CV, cover letter, and supporting documents
- Employment history and references
- Other information necessary for recruitment purposes
1.3 Website Usage Data:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Referring URLs
- Cookies and tracking technologies, including Google Ads, Google Analytics, and Meta Pixels
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
2.1 Direct Enquiries:
- To respond to your questions or requests
- To provide information about our services
2.2 Job Applications:
- To assess your suitability for roles
- To communicate with you during the recruitment process
- To retain records of your application as required by law or with your consent
2.3 Marketing and Analytics:
- To deliver targeted advertisements through Google Ads and Meta Pixels
- To analyze website traffic and user behavior using Google Analytics
- To improve the functionality and user experience of our website
3. Legal Basis for Processing Data
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent: When you provide consent for marketing communications or job applications
- Contractual Obligation: To provide you with the services you request
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our website, protect against fraud, and promote our business
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
4. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
- Service providers, such as IT support and analytics platforms
- Regulatory authorities if required by law
- Advertising platforms, including Google and Meta, for targeted marketing
We do not sell or share your data with third parties for their independent use.
5. Retention of Data
We retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Direct enquiries: Retained for up to 12 months
- Job applications: Retained for up to 6 months unless extended with your consent
- Analytics data: Retained per Google Analytics and Meta platform policies
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for:
- Functionality and performance
- Analytics (via Google Analytics)
- Advertising (via Google Ads and Meta Pixels)
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt out of personalized ads through Google’s Ad Settings and Meta’s Ad Preferences.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request access to your data
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Restriction: Request restriction of data processing
- Objection: Object to data processing for marketing purposes
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
- Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent is the legal basis
To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address].
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal data.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. The revised policy will be posted on our website with the effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Gated Metro Email: info@gatedmetro.co.uk
Phone: 0800207723122
Address: Gated Metro Ltd
Liverpool Film Academy
Westminster Road
Liverpool L4 3TQ
