Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines our policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our Service. It also informs you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

We use your Personal Data to deliver and improve the Service. By browsing and interacting with our website, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

The words where the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the conditions set below. These definitions apply regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.

Definitions

For the purpose of this Privacy Policy:

  • Account means a unique account created for you to access our Service or parts of our Service.
  • Company (referred to as either “the Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”) refers to Used Mercedes-Benz Parts.
  • Cookies are small files stored on your device (computer, mobile, or tablet) that contain details of your browsing history and other useful data.
  • Country refers to South Africa.
  • Device means any device capable of accessing the Service, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
  • Personal Data refers to any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
  • Service refers to the website.
  • Service Provider means any individual or legal entity that processes data on behalf of the Company. This includes third-party companies or individuals working with the Company to offer quotes on parts, provide spares, or assist in Service analysis.
  • Usage Data refers to data collected automatically, generated through your use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (e.g., the duration of a page visit).
  • Website refers to Used Mercedes-Benz Parts, accessible from https://usedmercedesparts.co.za.
  • You refers to the individual or entity accessing or using the Service.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

When using our Service, we may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First name and last name
  • Phone number
  • City
  • Vehicle data
  • Usage Data

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service. This may include information such as your Device’s IP address, browser type, the pages you visit on our Service, the time and date of your visit, time spent on pages, and unique device identifiers.

When you access the Service via a mobile device, we may also collect details such as the mobile device’s unique ID, IP address, operating system, and browser type.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our Service and store information. This may include beacons, tags, and scripts. These technologies help us improve and analyze the Service. You can manage your Cookie preferences in your browser, but some functions of the website may be unavailable if Cookies are disabled.

For more information about Cookies, please visit What Are Cookies?.

Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Service, including to monitor the usage of the Service.
  • To manage your Account: Registration and access to various functionalities as a registered user.
  • To perform a contract: Fulfilling purchase agreements for products, services, or spares.
  • To contact you: Via email, phone, SMS, or other electronic communication regarding updates, offers, or security notifications.
  • To provide offers and news: Information about products or services you’ve inquired about, unless you opt out.
  • To manage requests: Handling any inquiries or requests you make.
  • For business transfers: In the case of a merger, sale, or restructuring of our assets.
  • For other purposes: Data analysis, usage trends, marketing effectiveness, and improving your overall experience.

Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share your personal data with:

  • Service Providers: For service monitoring, quotes, and customer support.
  • Affiliates and business partners: To offer related products, services, or promotions.
  • During business transfers: In case of a merger, sale, or restructuring.
  • With your consent: For other purposes if you provide consent.

Retention of Your Personal Data

The Company will retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We retain and use your data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements and policies.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information may be transferred and stored on computers outside your jurisdiction, where data protection laws may differ. By submitting your information, you agree to this transfer.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions

If the Company is involved in a merger or acquisition, your Personal Data may be transferred.

Legal Requirements

The Company may disclose your Personal Data if required by law, or if necessary to:

  • Comply with a legal obligation.
  • Protect the Company’s rights or property.
  • Investigate possible wrongdoing.
  • Protect the safety of users or the public.
  • Protect against legal liability.

Security of Your Personal Data

While we strive to use secure methods to protect your Personal Data, no method of transmission over the Internet or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not target individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If you are aware of such data, please contact us immediately.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may include links to external websites. We do not control or assume responsibility for third-party content or privacy practices.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, with the “Last Updated” date revised. Please review it regularly for updates.

Contact Us

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