Last updated: 10 Feb 2026
At German Car Breaker, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your information when you visit our website, browse our online store or purchase used German car parts from us.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
When you visit or use our website, we may collect certain information that you provide to us directly.
This may include:
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Your name
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Billing and delivery address
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Vehicle registration number
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Vehicle make, model and other vehicle details
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Information about the used car parts you are looking for
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Payment and transaction information
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Information you provide when contacting our customer service team
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you browse our website, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited and general website usage information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Process and fulfil your orders
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Arrange delivery of your used German car parts
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Respond to enquiries and customer service requests
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Help identify the correct car part for your vehicle
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Process payments and refunds
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Provide information about your orders
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Improve our website, products and services
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Prevent fraud and protect the security of our website
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Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements
For example, when you provide your vehicle registration number or vehicle details, we may use this information to help identify the correct used engine, gearbox or replacement car part for your vehicle.
Information About Vehicle Details
When you contact German Car Breaker about a product, you may provide information such as your vehicle registration number, make, model, engine size or part number.
We use this information only as necessary to help identify and supply the appropriate used car part and to provide customer service.
Please avoid sending information that is not necessary for your enquiry or order.
Payments
Payments made through our online store may be processed by third-party payment providers.
German Car Breaker does not normally store your complete payment card details. Payment information is processed according to the privacy policies and security procedures of the relevant payment provider.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, understand how visitors use our website and support website functionality.
Cookies may also be used by certain third-party services, such as analytics, advertising or Shopify-related services.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
Shopify
Our online store is hosted and powered by Shopify, which provides the e-commerce platform that allows us to sell our products and services online.
Shopify may process certain information in accordance with its own privacy policy and applicable data protection requirements.
Sharing Your Information
We may share necessary information with trusted third parties where required to operate our business and provide our services.
These may include:
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Shopify and website service providers
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Payment providers
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Delivery and courier companies
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IT and technical service providers
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Analytics and website performance providers
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Professional advisers where necessary
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Government authorities or law enforcement where legally required
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Marketing Communications
If you choose to receive marketing communications from us, we may use your contact information to send you information about our products, services, offers or updates.
You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the communication or by contacting us.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to help protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure.
However, no method of transmitting or storing information online can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including fulfilling orders, providing customer service, resolving disputes, maintaining business records and meeting legal or regulatory obligations.
The exact retention period may vary depending on the type of information and the reason it was collected.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live and the applicable data protection laws, you may have rights relating to your personal information.
These may include the right to:
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Request access to the personal information we hold about you
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request deletion of certain personal information
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Object to or restrict certain processing
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Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
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Request a copy of certain personal information
To exercise your rights or ask a privacy-related question, please contact us using the details below.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children to make purchases or submit personal information independently.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so that we can take appropriate action.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security or content of third-party websites.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any third-party website you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our business, website, services, technology or applicable legal requirements.
Any updates will be published on this page with a revised Last Updated date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us.
German Car Breaker LTD
Email: [Your Email Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
Address: [Your Business Address]
For questions about an order or used German car parts, please include your order number or relevant vehicle details where appropriate.
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