Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 24 June 2026

Microfix (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law.

Who We Are

Microfix provides professional computer and laptop repair services throughout Kidderminster, Stourport, Bewdley and the surrounding areas.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the details on our Contact page.

Information We Collect

When you contact us or request a repair, we may collect the following information:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Postcode
  • Device information (such as make and model)
  • Details about your repair enquiry
  • Any other information you choose to provide

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information unless it is necessary to provide the repair service you have requested.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Respond to your enquiries
  • Provide repair quotations
  • Arrange collection and return services
  • Carry out computer and laptop repairs
  • Contact you regarding your repair
  • Maintain our business records
  • Comply with legal obligations

We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of a contract
  • Legitimate business interests
  • Compliance with legal obligations

Sharing Your Information

We value your privacy and do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers where necessary to deliver our services, including:

  • Couriers for collection and return services
  • Website hosting providers
  • IT service providers

We may also disclose information where required by law.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:

  • Unauthorised access
  • Loss
  • Misuse
  • Disclosure

While no online system can ever be completely secure, we continually work to protect the information you provide.

How Long We Keep Your Information

We only retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Meet legal and accounting obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Comply with regulatory requirements

When your information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or destroyed.

Device Data & Privacy

We understand that your computer or laptop may contain personal information. We do not intentionally access, copy or inspect your personal files unless it is necessary to diagnose or repair the fault you have asked us to fix.

Any access is limited to the work required to complete the repair, and all customer data is treated as strictly confidential.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Improve your browsing experience
  • Analyse website traffic
  • Help improve our website and services

You can control or disable cookies at any time through your web browser settings.

Your Rights

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

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Restrict or object to the processing of your data
  • Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Withdraw your consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details on our Contact page.

Third-Party Services

Our website may use trusted third-party services including:

  • Website hosting
  • Contact forms
  • Website analytics
  • Spam protection

These providers only process the information necessary to deliver their services on our behalf.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal obligations.

Any updates will be published on this page together with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we process your personal information, please contact Microfix using the details provided on our Contact page.

If you are unhappy with how your personal information has been handled, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

ICO Website: https://ico.org.uk/