Privacy
Policy.

We believe privacy is a right, not a checkbox. This policy explains exactly what personal data R-Zone Enterprises collects, how we use it, and the rights you hold over it — in plain language.

Last Updated

15 January 2025

Version

v3.0 — 2025

Jurisdiction

England & Wales

Framework

UK GDPR · DPA 2018

Who We Are

R-Zone Enterprises ("we", "us", "our") is a UK-based freight and logistics company. We operate as R-Zone Enterprises Ltd, registered in England and Wales, with our registered office at:

Unit 9 Moorhen Yard, Elms Lane
Upminster, Essex RM14 3TS
United Kingdom

We are the data controller for personal data collected through our website at r-zoneenterprises.com, our mobile applications, and through our cargo and logistics services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and all applicable data protection legislation.

In plain terms: We are R-Zone Enterprises Ltd, based in Essex, UK. We're the company responsible for your personal data. This policy is written to be clear — not to hide anything. If you have questions after reading it, we'd love to hear from you.

Data We Collect

We collect personal data in three ways: directly from you, automatically, and from third parties.

2.1 — Data You Provide Directly

  • Identity data: full name, date of birth, passport or ID number (where required for customs)
  • Contact data: email address, phone number, UK and Nigeria addresses
  • Shipment data: cargo description, weight, dimensions, declared value, origin, destination
  • Payment data: billing address and payment method — we do not store full card details, which are handled by PCI-DSS compliant processors
  • Communication data: records of your correspondence with us by phone, email, or contact forms
  • Account data: username, hashed password, booking history, preferences

2.2 — Data Collected Automatically

  • Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, device identifiers, time zone
  • Usage data: pages visited, time on page, links clicked, referral source
  • Cookie data: see our Cookie Policy for full details

2.3 — Data From Third Parties

  • Business partners and referral sources who confirm your data may be shared
  • HMRC and Nigeria Customs Service for import/export compliance
  • Credit reference and fraud prevention agencies
  • Publicly available sources such as Companies House
Special categories: We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (health, religion, biometrics) unless specifically required by customs regulations. Where required, we apply heightened security and only process with your explicit consent or as required by law.

How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data only for legitimate business purposes. The table below sets out every use alongside the legal basis we rely on.

PurposeLegal Basis
Processing & managing cargo shipmentsContract
Processing payments & issuing invoicesContract
UK & Nigeria customs clearanceLegal obligation
Real-time shipment trackingContract
Customer service communicationsContract / Legitimate interest
Marketing communicationsConsent
Fraud prevention & securityLegitimate interest
Website analyticsConsent
Legal & regulatory obligationsLegal obligation

3.1 — Marketing Communications

We only send marketing emails or SMS if you have given us explicit consent. You can withdraw consent at any time — click "unsubscribe" in any email, text STOP to any SMS, or email privacy@r-zoneenterprises.com. We will never sell or share your contact details for others' marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, every act of data processing must have a lawful basis. Here are the bases we rely on:

Contract Performance

Art. 6(1)(b)

Processing necessary to fulfil your shipping contract — booking, dispatch, delivery, invoicing.

Legal Obligation

Art. 6(1)(c)

Where we are legally required to process data — customs declarations, HMRC reporting, AML checks.

Legitimate Interests

Art. 6(1)(f)

Fraud detection, network security, and business communications where our interests don't override yours.

Consent

Art. 6(1)(a)

Marketing communications and non-essential cookies — you may withdraw consent at any time.

Right to object: Where we rely on legitimate interests, you have the right to object to our processing. We will stop unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds that override your interests. See Section 8.

Data Sharing

We share your personal data only where necessary. We never sell it.

5.1 — Service Providers (Processors)

  • Airlines & carriers: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines — for booking cargo space and issuing air waybills
  • Customs agents: In Nigeria and the UK, to handle port clearance and regulatory filings
  • Payment processors: Stripe and PayPal — PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant
  • IT service providers: Cloud hosting, email delivery, CRM — all subject to data processing agreements
  • Analytics: Google Analytics — anonymised and only with your cookie consent

5.2 — Regulatory & Government Bodies

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) — UK import/export compliance
  • Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) — Nigerian import/export declarations
  • UK Border Force — where required for customs inspections
  • Law enforcement agencies — where required by law or court order

Our Three Absolute Rules

We never sell your personal data to any third party

We never share your data with advertisers or data brokers

We never allow third parties to use your data for their marketing

Processor agreements: All third-party processors are bound by written data processing agreements compliant with UK GDPR Article 28, ensuring your data is processed only on our instructions with adequate security.

International Transfers

Our operations span the UK and Nigeria. As part of our service, your personal data will be transferred to Nigeria — specifically to our Lagos operations hub — to facilitate customs clearance and last-mile delivery.

Nigeria is not currently recognised by the UK as providing an adequate level of data protection under UK GDPR. Where data is transferred to Nigeria, we rely on the following safeguards:

  • UK International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs): We use IDTAs with our Nigerian partners as required by the ICO
  • Contractual necessity: Where transfers are strictly necessary for performance of your shipping contract
  • Explicit consent: For any other transfers where you have been informed and agreed

To receive a copy of the safeguards we apply, contact privacy@r-zoneenterprises.com.

Data Retention

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary. Here is our retention schedule:

Data CategoryRetention Period
Customer account data6 years after last transaction
Shipment & customs records6 years from shipment date
Payment records6 years
Marketing consent records3 years after withdrawal
Customer service communications3 years
Website analytics (anonymised)26 months
CCTV at premises30 days

When data is no longer required, we securely delete or irreversibly anonymise it. We periodically review all data we hold to ensure it remains accurate and necessary.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have eight rights over your personal data. Here they are — plainly.

Right of Access

Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you. We respond within one calendar month at no charge.

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data. We correct verified inaccuracies promptly.

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your data where it is no longer necessary, you withdraw consent, or it was unlawfully processed.

Right to Restrict

Request that we restrict processing your data while a complaint is being resolved or accuracy disputed.

Right to Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format (JSON or CSV) where processing is based on consent or contract.

Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests at any time. Absolute right to object to direct marketing.

No Automated Decisions

We do not make solely automated decisions with legal effect. All significant decisions involve human review.

Right to Complain

Lodge a complaint with the ICO at ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113 if you believe we've mishandled your data.

How to Exercise Your Rights

Email privacy@r-zoneenterprises.com or write to our registered address. We respond within one calendar month. Complex requests may be extended by a further two months — we will notify you.

Right to Complain — ICO

If you're not satisfied with how we've handled your data, you can complain to the Information Commissioner's Office.

ico.org.uk 0303 123 1113Wycliffe House, Wilmslow, SK9 5AF

Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. Non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing) are only placed on your device with your prior consent, obtained through our cookie banner.

For full details of every cookie we use, how long they last, and how to manage your preferences, read our dedicated Cookie Policy.

Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data. Our security programme includes:

TLS/HTTPS encryption for all data in transit

AES-256 encryption for sensitive data at rest

Multi-factor authentication for staff systems

Role-based access controls — staff see only what they need

Regular security audits and penetration testing

Annual mandatory data protection training for all staff

Incident response plan for data breaches

Physical access controls at our warehouse facilities

Data breach notification: In the event of a personal data breach likely to risk your rights and freedoms, we will notify the ICO within 72 hours and inform you without undue delay — as required by UK GDPR Articles 33 and 34.

Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data without your consent, please email privacy@r-zoneenterprises.com immediately. We will delete the data promptly and without charge.

Changes to This Policy

We review this Privacy Policy regularly. We will notify you of material changes by email (where we hold your address) and by posting a notice on our website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy will reflect any revision.

Continued use of our services after notification of a change constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. If you disagree with any change, please stop using our services and contact us to close your account and request data deletion.

Contact & DPO

For any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data:

Post

Unit 9 Moorhen Yard, Elms Lane, Upminster, Essex RM14 3TS

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