This privacy policy has been compiled in order to explain when and why we collect personal data about people who visit us via our website, email, and/or social media accounts, how we use this data, and how we keep this data secure.
This policy has been produced in accordance with data protection laws including European General Data Protection Regulation (EU 2016/679) ("GDPR")
At any time, you are entitled access to the personal data that we hold about you, however we may require proof of your identity before divulging such information. In some cases, we may not be able to allow you access to certain pieces of personal data. As an example, if the personal data you require access to is connected with that of another person, we may not be able to allow access. This can also happen for legal reasons. If such a case occurs, we will provide an explanation as to why we could not provide you with this information.
As a result of GDPR, you now have enhanced rights when it comes to your personal data, this means that you can:
We collect personal data from you when you register on our site, place an order or enter information on our site. We also collect data about you when you visit our website through the use of cookies and analytical tools. If you would like to know more about this, then feel free to consult our cookie policy below.
We may use the personal data that we collect from you in the following ways:
Our website is frequently scanned for security holes and vulnerabilities in order to ensure that it is as safe as possible. We use regular malware scanning and keep all personal data contained behind secured networks that are only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems and are required to keep the information confidential. In addition, all sensitive/credit information you supply is encrypted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology. We implement a variety of security measures when a user places an order to maintain the safety of your personal information. All transactions are processed through a gateway provider and are not stored or processed on our servers.
We only keep your personal data for the purposes that we have outlined within this policy. When we no longer require your data for any of these purposes, or if you have withdrawn your consent for us to keep your personal data, then we will delete it.
Our grounds for processing your personal data are as follows:
As a result of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to object to our use of your personal data for legitimate interests. If you decide to raise an objection, we will cease processing your personal data unless exceptional circumstances apply, in which case we will inform you as to why we are continuing to process your personal data.
Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer's hard drive through your web browser (if you allow) that enables the site's or service provider's systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information. For instance, we use cookies to help us remember and process the items in your shopping cart. They are also used to help us understand your preferences based on previous or current site activity, which enables us to provide you with improved services. We also use cookies to help us compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interaction so that we can offer better site experiences and tools in the future.
We use cookies to:
You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies. You do this through your browser (e.g. Internet Explorer) settings. Each browser is a little different, so look at your browser's help menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies. If you disable cookies off, some features will be disabled, but you will still be able to place orders
Compare and Choose UK provide our own unique images and photos on our website. We also aggragate photos from our external partners that we cannot control, we are not resposible for any thrid party infingement notices that may arise
We may use tools such as Google Analytics and DoubleClick in order to compile data regarding user interactions with our website and ad impressions. This allows us to improve our website and provide our visitors with content that is more relevant our useful to them.
By using our website, you are agreeing to our use of the tools mentioned above
Our website contains links to other websites that are ran by other organisations. Our privacy policy only applies to our platforms; therefore, we recommend that you read the equivalent privacy policies on these other websites if you are concerned about their usage of your personal data. We cannot be held responsible for the way that other organisations choose to use your personal data, even if you accessed them through us. This also applies if you are linked to our website from a third-party. We cannot be responsible for how these decide to use your personal data.
If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy you may contact us using on out contact us page.