Privacy Policy

Last Updated:

May 2026

At RJ Locksmith Services, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (https://www.rj-locksmith-service.co.uk/) and use our services.

1. Who We Are

RJ Locksmith Services is an independent locksmith business based in Horsham, West Sussex. For the purpose of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the data controller is RJ Locksmith Services.

 - Address: 8 Sage Gdns, Horsham RH12 6AU

 - Email: rjlocksmithservices@gmail.com

 - Phone: +44 7376 215730

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following data about you:

 - Contact Information: Name, phone number, email address, and physical address (provided by you for service delivery).

 - Service Details: Photos of locks/doors sent via WhatsApp or email to provide quotes.

 - Technical Data: Your IP address, browser type, and how you use our website (via cookies).

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect information when you:

 - Fill out a contact form on our website.

 - Contact us directly via WhatsApp, phone, or email.

 - Interact with our website (cookies and analytics).

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

 - Provide accurate, fixed-price quotes.

 - Carry out locksmith services at your property.

 - Send invoices and receipts.

 - Respond to your enquiries or emergency call-outs.

 - Comply with legal and insurance obligations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, we process your data because:

1. Contractual Necessity: We need your address and phone number to perform the requested locksmith services.

2. Consent: You have given us clear consent to contact you (e.g., via WhatsApp).

3. Legal Obligation: To maintain records for tax and insurance purposes.

6. Data Retention

We only keep your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements (typically 6-7 years for tax records).

7. Data Security

We take the security of your data seriously. Access to your personal information is limited to Romans (RJ Locksmith Services). We use secure mobile devices and encrypted messaging (WhatsApp) to ensure your photos and address remains private.

8. Sharing Your Information

We never sell your data to third parties. We only share information when:

 - Required by law or to prevent fraud.

 - Requested by your insurance provider (with your consent).

9. Your Rights

Under UK law, you have the right to:

 - Access the personal data we hold about you.

 - Request that we correct any inaccuracies.

 - Request that we delete your data (the "right to be forgotten").

 - Withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at rjlocksmithservices@gmail.com.

10. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies, although some parts of the site may not function properly as a result.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.