Privacy Policy

At GoSimply Funerals, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Name, address, and contact details
  • Information about the deceased
  • Payment information
  • Details of funeral arrangements
  • Correspondence and communication records
  • Website usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Providing funeral services
  • Processing payments
  • Communicating with third parties (e.g., crematoria, celebrants)
  • Complying with legal obligations
  • Improving our services
  • Sending relevant communications

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

  • Contract performance
  • Legal obligations
  • Legitimate interests
  • Consent (where applicable)

4. Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Crematoria and cemeteries
  • Celebrants and ministers
  • Registration authorities
  • Payment processors
  • Professional advisers

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Secure storage systems
  • Access controls
  • Regular security assessments
  • Staff training

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to data processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve user experience
  • Analyze website usage
  • Remember preferences
  • Enable certain functionalities

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or direct notification.

Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

privacy@gosimplyfunerals.co.uk

0800 123 4567

Data Protection Officer, GoSimply Funerals, 123 High Street, Swindon, SN1 1AB

Last updated: January 2024