Privacy Policy

Game Solutions Glasgow Ltd trading as Repair King

Registered Office:
978 Argyle Street
Finnieston
Glasgow
G3 8LU

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 0141 221 7760


1. Introduction

Game Solutions Glasgow Ltd trading as Repair King ("Repair King", "we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you:

  • Visit our website
  • Request a repair quote
  • Book a repair
  • Leave a device with us
  • Purchase products or accessories
  • Contact us by phone, email, or other communication channels
  • Visit our store

We process personal data in accordance with:

  • The UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
  • The Data Protection Act 2018
  • Other applicable UK data protection legislation

2. Who We Are

Repair King is a Glasgow-based electronics repair and retail business operated by:

Game Solutions Glasgow Ltd

We provide repair services for:

  • Smartphones
  • Tablets
  • Laptops
  • Desktop computers
  • Gaming consoles
  • Smart devices
  • GHD hair styling products
  • Other consumer electronics

As we repair devices that may contain private customer information, we take the security and confidentiality of customer data seriously.


3. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

Customer Information

This may include:

  • Full name
  • Address
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Repair booking details
  • Purchase history
  • Invoice information
  • Communication records

Device Information

When you submit a device for repair, we may record:

  • Device manufacturer and model
  • Serial number
  • IMEI number (where applicable)
  • Reported fault details
  • Diagnostic information
  • Repair notes
  • Parts used
  • Repair history

Where required to complete testing or diagnostics, you may provide:

  • Device passwords
  • PIN codes
  • Passcodes
  • Unlock patterns

We only request access information where reasonably necessary to complete the repair, testing, diagnostics, or quality checks.


4. Personal Data Stored on Devices Under Repair

Repair King understands that electronic devices may contain private and confidential information, including:

  • Photos
  • Messages
  • Emails
  • Contacts
  • Documents
  • Applications
  • Account information

Our technicians do not intentionally access, copy, store, or disclose customer data unless access is reasonably required to:

  • Diagnose faults
  • Test functionality
  • Complete repairs
  • Perform customer-authorised troubleshooting
  • Carry out data recovery services requested by the customer

By leaving a device with Repair King, you authorise our technicians to access the device only to the extent reasonably required to provide the requested service.

Customer Backup Responsibility

Customers are responsible for ensuring that important data is backed up before submitting any device for repair.

While we take reasonable care when handling customer devices, Repair King cannot be held responsible for loss, corruption, deletion, or inability to recover data where appropriate backups have not been maintained.


5. How We Collect Your Information

We may collect personal information through:

  • In-store repair bookings
  • Counter check-ins
  • Retail purchases
  • Website contact forms
  • Online repair quote forms
  • Telephone enquiries
  • Emails
  • Text messages
  • Customer reviews
  • Warranty claims
  • Postal repair services

6. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Providing Repair Services

Including:

  • Diagnosing faults
  • Preparing quotations
  • Ordering parts
  • Carrying out repairs
  • Testing devices
  • Contacting you regarding repair progress
  • Arranging collection or delivery
  • Providing warranty support

Customer Communication

We may contact you by:

  • Telephone
  • Email
  • SMS/text message

for purposes including:

  • Repair updates
  • Quote approvals
  • Collection reminders
  • Warranty matters
  • Service-related information

Business Administration

We may use information for:

  • Accounting and record keeping
  • Tax compliance
  • Fraud prevention
  • Managing disputes and chargebacks
  • Protecting our business interests
  • Maintaining security records

Marketing

Where you have provided appropriate consent, we may send information regarding:

  • Promotions
  • New services
  • Products
  • Special offers

You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.


7. Lawful Basis for Processing Information

Under UK GDPR, we process personal information using the following lawful bases:

Contract

Where processing is necessary to provide repair services, complete purchases, and fulfil agreements with customers.

Legitimate Interests

Where processing is necessary for our business interests, including:

  • Protecting customer devices in our possession
  • Preventing fraud
  • Managing customer relationships
  • Improving our services
  • Maintaining store security

Legal Obligations

Where we are required to retain information for legal purposes, including:

  • Accounting records
  • Tax obligations
  • Regulatory requirements

Consent

Where you have given permission for specific uses of your information, such as marketing communications.


8. Payments and Transaction Security

Payments may be processed through secure third-party payment providers and card payment services.

Repair King does not store complete debit or credit card details.

Payment providers process information according to their own privacy policies and security procedures.


9. Website Data and Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies.

Cookies may collect information including:

  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Website activity
  • Approximate location information

We use cookies to:

  • Improve website functionality
  • Monitor website performance
  • Understand customer usage
  • Improve customer experience

Where required by law, non-essential cookies will only be used after obtaining appropriate consent.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.


10. CCTV Monitoring

Our premises at:

978 Argyle Street
Finnieston
Glasgow
G3 8LU

may operate CCTV for:

  • Customer and staff safety
  • Prevention and detection of crime
  • Protection of customer devices
  • Protection of company property
  • Store security

CCTV footage is securely stored and access is restricted.

Footage is normally retained for approximately 31 days unless required for:

  • An ongoing investigation
  • Insurance purposes
  • Legal proceedings
  • A request from Police Scotland or another authorised authority

11. Sharing Your Information

Repair King does not sell, rent, or trade customer personal information.

We may share information where necessary with trusted service providers, including:

  • Repair management and booking software providers
  • Website hosting providers
  • Payment providers
  • Accountants
  • Courier and delivery companies
  • Warranty providers
  • Diagnostic service providers where required for repair purposes

We may also disclose information where required by law, including requests from:

  • Police Scotland
  • Courts
  • Regulatory authorities

12. How We Protect Your Information

We use reasonable security measures to protect customer information, including:

  • Restricted access to customer records
  • Secure passwords and account controls
  • Controlled access to customer devices
  • Secure handling procedures
  • Physical security measures within our premises

While we take appropriate precautions, no electronic storage system can guarantee complete security.


13. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary.

Typical retention periods include:

Repair Records and Invoices

Retained for up to 6 years where required for accounting, tax, warranty, and business record purposes.

CCTV Records

Normally retained for approximately 31 days unless required for investigation or legal purposes.

Customer Enquiries and Quotes

May be retained for a reasonable period to manage enquiries, provide follow-up support, and maintain business records.


14. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights including:

Right of Access

You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Rectification

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Erasure

You may request deletion of your personal information where there is no lawful reason for us to retain it.

Right to Restrict Processing

You can request restrictions on how your information is used.

Right to Object

You may object to certain types of processing.

Right to Data Portability

Where applicable, you may request your information in a commonly used electronic format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact:

Email: [email protected]

We may request proof of identity before processing your request.


15. Children's Privacy

Our services are not specifically aimed at children.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to address the situation.


16. External Website Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

Repair King is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites.

Customers should review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.


17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes to our services
  • Legal requirements
  • Business improvements
  • Security practices

The latest version will always be available on our website.


18. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we process your personal information, please contact us first so we can investigate and attempt to resolve your concerns.

You also have the right to complain to:

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

Website: https://ico.org.uk

The ICO is the UK's independent authority responsible for upholding information rights.


19. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information:

Repair King
Game Solutions Glasgow Ltd
978 Argyle Street
Finnieston
Glasgow
G3 8LU

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 0141 221 7760


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