Last Updated: February 2026
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected online and offline in connection with our services.
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Vehicle information (VIN, make, model, mileage)
Service history
Appointment records
Transactional Information
Service invoices
Payment records (processed securely through third-party payment providers)
Technical Information
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website usage data
We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our automotive services.
We use your information to:
Schedule and manage service appointments
Provide repair estimates and service updates
Send appointment confirmations and reminders
Communicate regarding previously recommended or declined services
Process payments
Improve customer service and operational efficiency
Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information.
If you provide your mobile phone number and consent to receive text messages, we may send SMS communications including:
Appointment confirmations
Service reminders
Follow-up service recommendations
Scheduling assistance
Message frequency varies based on your service activity.
Message and data rates may apply.
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.
For assistance, reply HELP or call (954) 921-7819.
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties except:
Messaging providers necessary to deliver SMS services
Technology platforms required to operate our communication systems
Legal authorities if required by law
We do not sell, rent, or transfer mobile phone numbers or SMS consent information for advertising or marketing purposes.
We may use trusted third-party providers to assist with:
Appointment scheduling platforms
Payment processing
SMS messaging services
Website hosting
These providers are contractually required to safeguard your information and may use it only to perform services on our behalf.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
However, no internet transmission or storage system is guaranteed to be 100% secure.
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
Provide services
Maintain required business records
Comply with legal obligations
You may:
Request access to your personal information
Request corrections
Request deletion where permitted by law
Opt out of SMS communications
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates become effective upon posting with a revised “Last Updated” date.
German Car Depot
2130 Fillmore St.
Hollywood, FL 33020
Phone: (954) 921-7819
Email: info@germancardepot.com
