Privacy Policy - 316 Automotive

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how 316 Automotive ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects personal data when operating our social media communication and giveaway workflows.

This policy is designed to align with the Jamaica Data Protection Act, 2020 and related regulations.

1) Who We Are (Data Controller)

• Name: 316 Automotive
• Website: https://316-automotive.com
• Email: aldanesmith@gmail.com
• Address: Kingston, Jamaica

2) Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to personal data processed through our Facebook and Instagram business interactions, giveaway entry processing and validation, and internal automation/record-keeping systems used for communication and promotion administration.

3) Personal Data We Process

• Social profile identifiers (username, display name, platform user ID)
• Comment and message content sent to our business accounts
• Interaction metadata (timestamps, post/comment/message IDs, channel type)
• Giveaway-related data (entry status, tagged usernames, qualification checks, confirmation status)
• Internal audit/logging data needed to operate and secure workflows

We do not sell personal data.

4) How and Why We Use Personal Data

• Respond to customer comments/messages and provide support
• Moderate and manage social interactions
• Administer giveaway entry rules and confirmations
• Maintain records of entries and communications
• Detect abuse, spam, or misuse of channels
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5) Legal Basis for Processing

Under Jamaica law, we process personal data only where lawful grounds apply, including legitimate business purposes, compliance obligations, consent (where required), and protection of rights/security.

6) Data Sharing and Service Providers

We may process data with trusted providers strictly for the purposes above, including Meta platforms (Facebook/Instagram APIs), workflow/hosting providers, cloud productivity providers, and AI/automation providers where enabled. We limit sharing to what is necessary.

7) Cross-Border Processing and Transfers

Because some service providers operate globally, personal data may be processed outside Jamaica. Where cross-border transfer occurs, we apply safeguards consistent with Jamaica requirements.

8) Data Accuracy and Minimisation

We aim to keep data accurate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary for stated purposes. You may request correction of inaccurate data.

9) Retention

We retain data only as long as needed for customer support, giveaway administration, and legal/compliance requirements. When no longer needed, data is deleted or anonymised in line with applicable rules.

10) Security

We apply technical and organisational safeguards appropriate to risk, including access controls, credential protection, logging, and service-level security controls.

11) Your Rights (Jamaica)

Subject to lawful limits and exemptions, you may have rights to be informed, request access, request correction, request restriction in certain circumstances, withdraw consent where processing is consent-based, and object to certain processing.

12) Complaints

If you have concerns about our handling of personal data, contact us first at aldanesmith@gmail.com. You may also complain to Jamaica Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC): https://www.oic.gov.jm/.

13) Children

Our promotions and social engagement services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly process children data contrary to law.

14) Third-Party Platforms

Interactions with us on Facebook/Instagram are also governed by Meta platform terms and privacy notices. We are not responsible for third-party processing outside our control.

15) Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted at this URL with a revised Last Updated date.