Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 15, 2025
1. Introduction
MASARE ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
This policy is compliant with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
MASARE
151 Queens Road, Smethwick, B67 7HG
Phone: 07737 121 888
3. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address
- Vehicle Information: Vehicle registration number (VRM), make, model, engine code
- Transaction Information: Payment details, order history, delivery information
- Communication Data: Records of your communications with us via phone, WhatsApp, email, or contact forms
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage data
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our services
- To process your orders and transactions
- To verify engine compatibility using your VRM and engine code
- To communicate with you about your orders, inquiries, and support requests
- To send you marketing communications (with your consent)
- To improve our website and services
- To comply with legal obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Contract Performance: Processing necessary to fulfill our contract with you
- Consent: Where you have given explicit consent for specific processing activities
- Legitimate Interests: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests
- Legal Obligation: Where we must process data to comply with legal requirements
6. Data Storage and International Transfers
Important Notice:
Your personal data may be stored and processed in India. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with UK GDPR requirements, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where applicable.
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
7. Third-Party Communications
WhatsApp and Phone Communications:
By contacting us via WhatsApp or phone, you acknowledge and agree to WhatsApp's privacy policy and your mobile service provider's privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.
8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to Restriction: Request limitation of processing
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 2.
9. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience. Please see our Cookie Policy for detailed information.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
13. Contact Us & Complaints
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Email: privacy@masare.co.uk
Phone: 07737 121 888
Address: 151 Queens Road, Smethwick, B67 7HG
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK's supervisory authority:
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Wycliffe House, Water Lane
Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF
Tel: 0303 123 1113
Website: ico.org.uk