Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 20 June 2026

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 20 June 2026

1. Introduction

Coastline Air Conditioning Services Ltd (we, our, or us) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you contact us, use our services, visit our website, or otherwise interact with us.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable privacy laws.

2. Who We Are

Coastline Air Conditioning Services Ltd is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

Contact Details

Coastline Air Conditioning Services Ltd

Merrydown

Kingston Lane

East Preston

BN16 1RP

3. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information when you interact with our services or website.

Information You Provide
  • Name
  • Address
  • Telephone number
  • Email address
  • Property details relevant to the services requested
  • Payment and billing information
  • Correspondence and communications with us
Information We Collect Automatically

If you visit our website, we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Website usage data
  • Cookies and similar technologies
Data Usage & Processing

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide quotations and estimates
  • Supply, install, service, maintain, and repair air conditioning systems
  • Manage customer accounts
  • Process payments and invoices
  • Respond to enquiries
  • Schedule appointments and site visits
  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations
  • Improve our services and website
  • Send service-related communications

Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before sending marketing communications.

Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Performance of a contract
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Legitimate business interests
  • Consent (where required)

Data Protection & Privacy

How we handle, secure, and retain your personal information in accordance with UK data protection laws.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Suppliers and manufacturers involved in providing products or warranty support
  • Subcontractors working on our behalf
  • Accountants, legal advisers, and professional consultants
  • Payment processors
  • Regulatory authorities where required by law

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfil the purposes for which it was collected
  • Comply with legal, accounting, and tax obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Records relating to completed works may be retained for up to 7 years or longer where required by law.

User Rights & Policies

Important information regarding your data rights, our use of cookies, and how to raise concerns.

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request transfer of your data
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in our full Privacy Policy.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Where legally required, we will obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us first so we can try to resolve the matter.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website and will take effect immediately upon publication. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal data, please contact us using the details below:

Coastline Air Conditioning Services Ltd

Merrydown

Kingston Lane

East Preston

BN16 1RP