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Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025
Effective date: October 2025

1. Introduction

Somerset Origination Ltd (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website https://www.somerset-origination.com (the “Site”).

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the EU GDPR, and relevant international data protection laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of information:

a. Personal Data you provide directly:

  • Name, email address, and message content submitted via contact forms.

  • Business details (e.g. company name, project information).

b. Automatically collected data:

  • IP address, browser type, device information, and referral source.

  • Usage data through cookies and similar technologies.

c. Third-party data sources:

  • Google Analytics and Google Ads (through Google Consent Mode v2).

3. Use of Personal Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your enquiries and provide requested services.

  • To analyse website usage and improve functionality and performance.

  • To display personalised content and advertisements where consent has been provided.

  • To comply with legal obligations or enforce our rights.

4. Google Services and Consent Mode v2

We use Google Analytics and Google Ads integrated with Google Consent Mode v2.

This means that:

  • Data is collected and processed in accordance with your consent choices.

  • When consent is not granted, Google adjusts its data processing behaviour (e.g. anonymised pings instead of full tracking).

  • Consent preferences are managed through our cookie consent banner (“Cookie Notice & Compliance for GDPR / CCPA”).

You can manage or withdraw consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link on our Site.

For more information about how Google uses data, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent — when you voluntarily provide information or accept cookies.

  • Contractual necessity — to respond to your enquiries or provide services.

  • Legitimate interests — to maintain and improve our Site.

  • Legal obligation — to comply with applicable laws or regulations.

6. Data Sharing and Transfers

We may share data with trusted third-party processors, including:

  • Google LLC (Analytics, Ads)

  • Web hosting and IT support providers

  • Email communication platforms (if used for client correspondence)

Where data is transferred outside the UK or EU, we ensure that adequate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place.

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described above or as required by law.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

  • Object to processing or request restriction of use.

  • Data portability (request transfer of your data).

Requests may be submitted by email to projects@somerset-origination.com.

EU/UK residents may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if they believe their rights have been infringed.

9. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics, functionality, and advertising.
You may accept or reject cookies via our cookie banner or browser settings.

For details about specific cookies, see our Cookie Notice.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, or loss.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
projects@somerset-origination.com
Somerset Origination Ltd, United Kingdom