This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, specifically tailored for Clark Electric Clutch & Controls Ltd and its trading division, CEC Machining.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 02 February 2026

1. Who We Are

Clark Electric Clutch & Controls Ltd (trading as CEC Machining) is the "Data Controller" for any personal information you provide to us.

• Registered Office: Suite 131, 80 Churchill Square, West Malling, Kent, ME19 4YU

• Workshop Address: Unit 1 Eastcroft, Town Road, Cliffe Woods, Rochester, ME3 7RL

• Contact Email: sales@cecmachining.co.uk

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following data about you:

• Identity & Contact Data: Name, business address, email, and telephone number.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data when you visit our website.

• Transaction Data: Details of products or machining services you have purchased from us.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information based on the following Lawful Bases:

• Contract: To provide quotes and fulfill orders for clutches, brakes, or CNC machining services.

• Legitimate Interests: To respond to enquiries, improve our website, and manage our business relationship.

• Legal Obligation: For tax and accounting purposes (e.g., maintaining VAT records).

4. Data Sharing & Security

We do not sell your data. We only share information with trusted third parties necessary for our operations, such as:

• Delivery Couriers: To ship your parts.

• IT Providers: Who host our website and email.

• Government Bodies: Such as HMRC if required by law.

We use appropriate technical measures (e.g., secure servers and restricted access) to protect your information.

5. Data Retention

We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary.

• Customer Records: Retained for 7 years after your last transaction for tax purposes.

• Enquiries: Retained for 2 years if no contract is formed.

6. Your Rights

Under UK law, you have the right to:

1. Access your data.

2. Rectify (fix) any incorrect data.

3. Erase your data (in certain circumstances).

4. Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the address above.

7. How to Complain

If you have a concern, please contact us first so we can resolve it. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s data protection regulator.

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