Privacy and Cookie Policy

1. Introduction
This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how Mezini & Co UK Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our website.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in a transparent and secure manner.

2. Who We Are
Mezini & Co UK Ltd

Registered office:
37 Coniston Close
Gillingham
Kent
ME7 2TJ

Contact email: marios@mezini.co.uk

We are the data controller responsible for your personal data.

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

a) Information you provide directly

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Any information you include in a contact form message

b) Technical data (collected automatically)

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Basic website usage data

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Respond to enquiries submitted via our contact forms

• Communicate with you regarding your enquiry

• Maintain the security and performance of our website

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK data protection law, we rely on:

• Legitimate interests – to respond to enquiries and operate our website

• Consent – where required for cookies or embedded third-party services

6. Contact Forms

When you submit a contact form:

• Your data is sent to us via email or stored securely on our website system

• We only use this information to respond to your enquiry

• We do not use this information for marketing unless you explicitly consent

7. Third-Party Services

Our website may include content and services from third parties.

Google Maps / Google content
We embed maps and possibly reviews provided by Google. When you interact with these:

• Google may collect data such as your IP address and usage behaviour

• This may involve cookies being placed on your device

For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy.

We do not control how these third parties process your data.

8. Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device.

We use:

• Essential cookies – required for the website to function properly

• Third-party cookies – from services such as embedded Google Maps

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

If required, a cookie banner will request your consent for non-essential cookies.

9. Data Retention

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

• Contact form enquiries: typically up to 12 months

• Technical data: retained for security and maintenance purposes

10. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including secure hosting and website protections.

11. Your Rights

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

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to processing

• Request restriction of processing

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details above.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please contact:

Email: marios@mezini.co.uk