Terms of Service
Welcome to Somerset Immigration Services (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) outline the terms and conditions governing your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to abide by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using our website and services.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing our website and using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, including any future modifications we may make. We may update these Terms periodically, and it is your responsibility to review them regularly.
User Eligibility
Our website and services are intended for individuals who are of legal age to form a binding contract. By using our website and services, you affirm that you meet this eligibility requirement.
Chatbot Usage
Our website may include a chatbot for providing information and assistance. While the chatbot is designed to offer general guidance, it does not constitute legal advice. For personalized immigration advice, please consult our team directly.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience, but we do not control these third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or any consequences of using these third-party resources.
Copyright and Intellectual Property
All content on our website, including text, graphics, images, logos, and software, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our express written consent.
User Conduct
You agree to use our website and services for lawful purposes only. You must not engage in any activities that could harm our website, interfere with the use of our services, or infringe upon the rights of others.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services at our discretion, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to a violation of these Terms.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our website and services are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of our website or services.
Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website and services.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Philippines, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Any disputes related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in these respective countries.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at admin@somersetimmigration.com.
By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.
Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy is an integral part of our Privacy Policy. We encourage you to read our Privacy Policy in conjunction with this Cookie Policy.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and provide essential information to website operators. In this section, we explain how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies?
Cookies are small pieces of data that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Tracking technologies, which may include cookies, web beacons, and other tracking mechanisms, are used to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and tracking technologies for various purposes, including:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They enable you to navigate our site, use its features, and access secure areas. Without these cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly.
- Analytics and Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages they visit most frequently and whether they encounter any errors. We use this information to improve the performance and user experience of our site.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
- Targeting or Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to you based on your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party service providers. These third parties may use their cookies to collect information about your online activities and provide you with personalized advertising. Please note that we do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser. You can learn more about how to manage cookies on popular browsers by visiting their respective websites.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy or privacy practices, please contact us at admin@somersetimmigration.com.
This Cookie Policy was last updated on March 21, 2023.
Privacy Policy
Welcome to Somerset Immigration Services (“us,” “we,” or “our”). At Somerset Immigration Services, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you use our services or visit our website.
By using our services or accessing our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Please take a moment to read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.
Information We Collect
We collect various types of information when you use our services or interact with our website, including:
- Personal Information: This includes your name, contact information (such as email address and phone number), and any other information you voluntarily provide to us.
- Usage Information: We collect information about how you use our website, including the pages you visit, the links you click, and the content you view. This information helps us improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
- Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access our website, including your device’s unique identifier, IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your online activities. You can learn more about our use of cookies in our separate Cookie Policy.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Providing and improving our services.
- Personalizing your experience.
- Communicating with you.
- Analyzing and monitoring usage patterns.
- Complying with legal obligations.
Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Third-Party Sharing
We may share your personal information with third-party service providers or partners who assist us in delivering our services or improving our website. We will never sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
Your Choices
You have several rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete your data. You can learn more about your rights and how to exercise them by contacting us at admin@somersetimmigration.com.
Children’s Privacy
Our services and website are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or maintain personal information from children under 18 years of age.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at admin@somersetimmigration.com.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on March 10, 2023.
GDPR Privacy Notice
This GDPR Privacy Notice applies to residents of the European Economic Area (EEA) and outlines how Somerset Immigration Services processes your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Data Controller
Somerset Immigration Services is the data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data. You can contact us at admin@somersetimmigration.com.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Consent: We may process your data if you have given us specific consent to do so.
- Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
- Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation.
- Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests or the legitimate interests of a third party, provided your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.
Data Collection and Use
We collect and process personal data for the following purposes:
- Providing our immigration consulting services.
- Responding to your inquiries and requests.
- Complying with legal obligations.
Data Transfer
Your personal data may be transferred to countries outside the EEA, where privacy laws may not offer the same level of protection. In such cases, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable laws and regulations.
Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:
- Access: You have the right to access your personal data and receive a copy.
- Rectification: You can request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your data under certain circumstances.
- Restriction: You can request restrictions on the processing of your data under certain conditions.
- Data Portability: You have the right to receive your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Objection: You can object to the processing of your data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
- Withdraw Consent: If processing is based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about your personal data or wish to exercise your rights under GDPR, please contact us at admin@somersetimmigration.com.
Complaints
If you believe your data protection rights under GDPR have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
This GDPR Privacy Notice was last updated on March 10, 2023.