Opauto Privacy Policy
Last modified: September 3, 2025
Opauto respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you visit the website Opautoagency.com (our "Website") and our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing that information. Please read this policy carefully to understand our policies and practices regarding your information and how we will treat it. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, your choice is not to use our Website. By accessing or using this Website, you agree to this privacy policy. This policy may change from time to time (see "How Do We Change Our Policy?"). Your continued use of this Website after we make changes is deemed to be acceptance of those changes, so please check the policy periodically for updates.
“We,” “our” means Opauto, a trade name of Ryan Baardman, and its affiliates. “You,” “your,” or “user” means the individual accessing this site.
What is Covered by the Policy?
This policy covers information that we collect on the Website and through any email, text, or other electronic communications between you and the Website. It does not apply to information collected offline or through other channels.
What Information Do We Collect?
We collect several types of information from and about users of our Website, including:
Personal Information: Such as your name, postal address, email address, telephone number, or other identifiers you provide.
Technical Information: Information about your internet connection, the equipment you use to access our Website, and usage details, such as IP address, operating system, browser type, and browsing actions.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Website, including pages visited, time spent, and resources accessed.
We collect this information:
Directly from you when you provide it (e.g., through contact forms, inquiries, or account creation).
Automatically as you navigate the site, using cookies and other tracking technologies.
Are Cookies or Other Technologies Used to Collect Information?
Yes, we use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to collect information about your equipment, browsing actions, and usage patterns, including:
Traffic data, logs, and other communication data.
Resources accessed on the Website.
Technical details like IP address, operating system, and browser type.
We use essential cookies to operate the Website (e.g., for navigation) and non-essential cookies (e.g., for analytics or marketing) only with your consent. You can manage cookie preferences through our cookie banner or by contacting us at [email protected]. This data helps us improve the Website, analyze trends, and provide a personalized experience.
What is the Legal Basis for Processing Your Information?
We process personal information based on the following legal grounds under applicable law (e.g., UK GDPR):
Consent: For example, when you opt in to receive marketing emails or allow non-essential cookies.
Contract Performance: To provide services you request, such as responding to inquiries or delivering AI consulting services.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our Website’s functionality, ensure security, or analyze usage trends, provided this does not override your rights.
Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws or regulations.
How Does Opauto Use Personal Information?
We use your information to:
Present our Website and its contents to you.
Provide services, such as responding to inquiries or delivering AI consulting services.
Process transactions or fulfill requests you initiate.
Notify you of changes to the Website or services.
Enforce our rights and fulfill contractual obligations.
Contact you about services that may interest you (you can opt out by adjusting your preferences or emailing [email protected]).
Analyze and improve our Website’s performance and user experience.
For any other purpose disclosed at the time of collection or with your consent.
Why May Opauto Disclose Information?
We may disclose personal information:
To affiliates, contractors, or service providers (e.g., website hosting providers, analytics tools like Google Analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements.
In the event of a business transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
To comply with legal obligations, such as responding to court orders or regulatory requirements.
To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.
For any purpose disclosed at the time of collection or with your consent.
We may also disclose aggregated or anonymized data that does not identify individuals, without restriction.
How Long Do We Retain Personal Information?
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:
Contact information for active clients is kept until the relationship ends.
Marketing data is retained until you opt out, plus a reasonable period for administrative purposes.
Technical data (e.g., analytics) is kept for up to 24 months to analyze trends, unless otherwise required.
Data is securely deleted or anonymized when no longer needed.
How Is Personal Information Secured?
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. However, no online transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for safeguarding your passwords and access credentials.
In case of a personal data breach, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities (e.g., the UK Information Commissioner’s Office) as required by law, typically within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach.
Are Links Covered by the Policy?
This policy does not apply to third-party websites or services linked from our Website. We do not control third-party tracking or data collection practices. Please review the privacy policies of those third parties directly.
What Happens to Information I Post?
Information you post to public areas of the Website (e.g., comments, reviews) or transmit to others is at your own risk. We cannot guarantee it won’t be viewed or misused by unauthorized parties.
How Can a User Access, Change, or Delete Personal Information?
Under applicable law (e.g., UK GDPR, CCPA), you may have the right to:
Access or receive a copy of your personal information.
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Delete your personal information.
Restrict or object to certain processing (e.g., for marketing).
Request data portability (e.g., to receive your data in a structured format).
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or update your information through your account (if applicable). We may not accommodate requests that violate legal or contractual obligations. For California residents, we do not sell your personal information as defined by the CCPA. You may request to know, access, or delete your data, or opt out of any sharing, by contacting us.
International Data Transfers
If we transfer personal data outside the UK or EEA (e.g., to US-based service providers), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or approved data transfer mechanisms, to protect your data in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
May Children Use the Website?
The Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it immediately. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with information, please contact us at [email protected].
How Are Policy Changes Communicated?
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last modified” date. Material changes will be prominently noted, such as via a notice on our Website. You are responsible for reviewing this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Opauto
1 Bewicke View, Birtley, Co-Durham
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +447780902191
