This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used and protected when you visit this website or contact the dental practice of Dr Anthony Barnes.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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Who We Are

This website is operated on behalf of Dr Anthony Barnes, providing dental services to patients across Liverpool, Wirral and the wider Merseyside area.

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If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact the practice using the details provided on the website contact page.

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What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Information you provide through website contact forms
• Appointment enquiries
• Website usage data such as IP address, browser type and pages visited

This information is only collected when you voluntarily provide it or when you interact with the website.

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How We Use Your Information

Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:

• Responding to enquiries submitted through the website
• Arranging or confirming appointments
• Providing information about dental treatments or services
• Improving the functionality and performance of the website
• Maintaining website security and preventing misuse

We will only use your personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so.

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Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss or misuse. Personal data is stored securely and only accessible to authorised individuals where necessary.

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Sharing Your Information

Your personal information will not be sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share data with trusted service providers where necessary to operate the website or provide services, such as:

• Website hosting providers
• IT support services
• Website analytics providers

All third parties are required to process data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

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Cookies

This website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use the website.

Cookies may be used for:

• Website functionality
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Improving website usability

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

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Your Data Protection Rights

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

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your personal data where appropriate
• Restrict or object to how your data is processed
• Request transfer of your data to another organisation

To exercise any of these rights, please contact the practice directly.

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Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or website functionality. Any updates will be posted on this page.