Japan Car Imports respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, how we use and share it, and the choices and rights you have.
This policy applies to your use of our website and any related services, features, communications and tools (the “Services”), regardless of how you access them (including via mobile devices).
The Services are provided by Japan Car Imports, operated by JDM Shop LTD ("we", "us", or "our"). For the purposes of UK data protection law, we are the controller of your personal information when you use the Services in the United Kingdom.
If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us.
We collect information either directly from you, automatically when you use the Services, and from third parties (for example, payment and analytics providers). The types of data we may collect include:
We may also create and use aggregated data (for example, usage statistics) that does not identify you. If we combine aggregated data with personal data so that you can be identified, we treat the combined data as personal data.
We only use your personal information where we have a lawful basis under the UK GDPR. Depending on the activity, this may include:
We use your data to:
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, including to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Retention periods vary by data type and legal requirements.
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:
Some information is necessary to create an account or use certain features (for example, name and email to register; payment details to place a bid). If you do not provide required information, we may be unable to offer the related Service.
If we transfer personal information outside the UK, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved under UK GDPR, and that you have enforceable rights and effective legal remedies.
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate and improve the Services. For details and controls, please see our Cookie Policy.
Where you consent, we may send you news and offers about our Services. You can withdraw consent at any time via the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us. Service messages that are necessary to provide the Services are not marketing and you cannot opt out of those.
Under the UK GDPR you have rights which may include: access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection (including to direct marketing), as well as rights related to automated decision‑making where applicable.
To exercise your rights, please contact us. We may need to verify your identity before acting on your request.
We implement technical and organisational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction. Access is limited to personnel and providers who need it for legitimate business purposes and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, please contact us first so we can try to resolve the issue. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). See ICO guidance on complaints.
We may update this policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will take reasonable steps to notify you. Please check this page periodically to stay informed.
Questions about this policy or your data? Please contact us and we will get back to you.