Privacy Notice
Privacy Notice
At Maple Wills, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data fairly, lawfully and with transparency. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection (UK GDPR) the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable laws.
Who We Are
Maple Wills is a UK-based company offering services including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Trusts, and Probate. Our registered office is at 25 High Street South, Olney, Buckinghamshire, MK46 4AA. We are registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) under registration number ZA766443. Email us on info@maplewills.co.uk.
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
– Consent: When you give us permission to contact you or use your data.
– Contract: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract.
– Legal Obligation: When we are required to comply with legal requirements.
– Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our business operations and does
not override your rights.
What Data We Collect
We may collect your name, postal address, contact details, date of birth, identification documents and verification, family and beneficiary information, financial information relevant to estate planning or probate matters, information relating to your Will, LPA, Trust, Probate , or other legal instructions, and any other relevant information to provide our services effectively. Additionally website usage information through cookies and analytics technologies.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
– Right to access your data, and request correction of any inaccurate data
– Right to rectification
– Right to erasure
– Right to restrict processing
– Right to data portability
– Right to object
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@maplewills.co.uk.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Specific retention periods vary depending on the nature of the data.
Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with trusted third parties where necessary to provide our services, such as professional advisers, identity verification providers, IT and software providers, regulatory bodies, courts and government authorities where required by law .We ensure that these parties comply with data protection laws and use your data only for specified purposes.
International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as adequacy regulations or approved contractual safeguards, in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyse website performance and to enhance your user experience. You can accept or reject cookies via our cookie banner and update your preferences at any time. Please refer to our Cookie Notice for more details.
Children’s Data
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Accessibility
We are committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We follow the Equality Act 2010 and strive to meet accessibility standards such as screen reader compatibility and keyboard navigation.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Notice or how we process your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: info@maplewills.co.uk
Postal Address: 25 High Street South, Olney, Buckinghamshire, MK46 4AA