This privacy policy explains how JEF Autos Ltd (t/a Halfway Garage Services) collects, uses and protects any personal information you provide when using this website.
JEF Autos Ltd is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. We will only use your personal information in accordance with this policy and applicable UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who we are
JEF Autos Ltd is the data controller responsible for your personal data.
Website: https://www.jefautos.co.uk/
Location: Station Road, Halfway, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S20 3GT
Phone: 0114 247 0194
JEF Autos Ltd provides mechanical and electronic methods to service and repair cars, light commercial vehicles and motorcycles in the UK. They also provide statutory vehicle worthiness tests.
What personal data we collect
JEF Autos Ltd may collect the following information when you use our website:
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Information provided through contact or enquiry forms
- Technical data such as IP address, browser type and device information
This information is typically provided voluntarily when you contact us or request our services.
How we use your information
We use your personal data to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide quotes
- Provide vehicle garage services
- Communicate with customers about appointments
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell, rent or trade your personal information.
Lawful basis for processing
Under UK data protection law, we rely on the following lawful bases:
- Consent – when you submit an enquiry via our website
- Contract – when processing is necessary to provide our services
- Legal obligation – to comply with legal requirements
- Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our business
Contact forms
If you contact us through our website, the information you provide will be used solely to respond to your enquiry or arrange services.
We may store this information securely for customer service and administrative purposes.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and website performance.
Cookies are small files placed on your device. They help us understand how visitors use our website and enable basic functionality.
We may use:
- Essential cookies (required for the site to function)
- Analytics cookies (e.g. website usage tracking)
- Embedded content cookies (e.g. maps or videos)
Where non-essential cookies are used, we will request your consent via a cookie banner.
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Embedded content
Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, maps).
Embedded content behaves as if you visited the external website directly. These websites may collect data, use cookies and monitor your interaction.
Who we share your data with
We only share personal data where necessary. This may include:
- Website hosting providers
- Email service providers
- Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics, if used)
- Spam detection services
We do not share your data for marketing purposes.
International data transfers
Some third-party services may process data outside the United Kingdom.
Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in line with UK data protection law.
How long we retain your data
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
Enquiry data: up to 12 months
Customer and transaction records: up to 6 years (for legal and accounting purposes)
Data security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss or misuse.
Your data protection rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
- Object to or restrict certain types of processing
- Request transfer of your data
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details above.
Complaints
If you have concerns about how your data is handled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Our registration number is ICO:00014102635.
We would, however, appreciate the chance to resolve your concerns first.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on this page.