Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 27th March 2026
Business Name: Thorp Web Design
Website: thorpwebdesign.co.uk
Email: info@thorpwebdesign.co.uk
  1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how [Your Business Name] (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data.

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

  1. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following data:

  • Name and contact details (e.g. email address, phone number)
  • Business information
  • Website usage data (e.g. IP address, browser type)
  • Information submitted via contact forms
  1. How We Collect Data

We collect data when you:

  • Fill out a contact form
  • Email or contact us directly
  • Use our website (via cookies and analytics tools)
  1. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Respond to enquiries
  • Provide our services
  • Improve our website and user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations

We will only use your data where we have a lawful basis to do so.

  1. Lawful Bases for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, we rely on:

  • Consent (e.g. for marketing emails)
  • Contract (to deliver services)
  • Legitimate interests (e.g. responding to enquiries)
  1. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share your data with trusted third parties where necessary, such as:

  • Hosting providers
  • Email providers
  • Analytics services (e.g. Google Analytics)
  1. Data Storage & Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure servers
  • Password protection
  • Limited access controls

We retain data only as long as necessary.

  1. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at [Your Email Address].

  1. Cookies

Our website uses cookies. See our Cookie Policy for full details.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

  1. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you can contact:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
https://www.ico.org.uk

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

  1. Contact

Thorp Web Design
info@thorpwebdesign.co.uk