[Last updated: 09.10.25]
1. Introduction
GD Drilling Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [gddrilling.co.uk] (the “Site”), use our services, or otherwise interact with us.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Who We Are
GD Drilling Ltd
38 Asher Road
Chapelhall
ML6 8TA
SC644508
Email: info@gddrilling.co.uk
Telephone: 01236 907131
3. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a) Information you provide to us directly
- Name, title, and contact details (email address, phone number, postal address)
- Account details (login information, preferences)
- Payment information (if applicable)
- Any correspondence you send us (via email, forms, chat, or post)
b) Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address, browser type, and device information
- Usage data (pages visited, time on site, referring URL)
- Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 9: Cookies)
c) Information from third parties
We may receive data from:
- Service providers (e.g., analytics, payment processors)
- Publicly available sources (e.g., Companies House)
4. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your personal data for the following lawful purposes:
|
Purpose |
Lawful Basis |
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To provide our products and services |
Contractual necessity |
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To communicate with you (support, enquiries, updates) |
Legitimate interests / Contract |
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To process payments |
Contractual necessity / Legal obligation |
|
To send marketing communications |
Consent / Legitimate interests |
|
To improve our website and services |
Legitimate interests |
|
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations |
Legal obligation |
5. Sharing Your Data
We may share your information with:
- Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., IT, hosting, payment processors, email services)
- Professional advisers (e.g., accountants, lawyers)
- Government authorities or law enforcement (if required by law)
We require all third parties to respect your data and only process it in accordance with our instructions and the law.
6. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your data outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place — such as:
- Adequacy decisions by the UK government, or
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, and
- Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations
When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.
8. Your Data Protection Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access – Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restriction – Limit how we use your data
- Data Portability – Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Objection – Object to processing (including direct marketing)
- Withdraw Consent – Where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at [info@gddrilling.co.uk].
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk
9. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality, analyse usage, and personalise content.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
10. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption and secure servers
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security reviews and staff training
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Gerry Devlin
Email: info@gddrilling.co.uk
Address: 38 Asher Road, Chapelhall, Airdrie ML6 8TA