This Privacy Policy explains how BusinessTrust (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, stores and protects your personal information when you visit BusinessTrust.co.uk, submit business details for publication, or communicate with us. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring your data is handled responsibly and transparently.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Contact details — such as your name, email address and phone number when you submit an enquiry or request a feature.
- Business information — including company name, service details, product descriptions, images and promotional content you provide for publication.
- Technical data — such as IP address, browser type, device information and pages visited, collected through cookies and analytics tools.
- Payment information — processed securely by third‑party payment providers when you purchase a blog feature or promotional service. We do not store full card details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and publish PR articles, blogs and promotional content about your business.
- Communicate with you regarding submissions, approvals and updates.
- Improve our website performance and user experience.
- Process payments for services you purchase.
- Maintain security and prevent fraudulent activity.
We only use your information where we have a lawful basis to do so, such as consent, legitimate interest or contractual necessity.
3. How Your Information Is Shared
We may share your information with:
- Writers and editors who prepare your promotional content.
- Website hosting and analytics providers to operate and improve our platform.
- Payment processors to complete transactions.
- Search engines (e.g., Google) when your published article is indexed.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Cookies and Tracking
BusinessTrust.co.uk uses cookies to:
- Analyse website traffic and performance.
- Improve functionality and user experience.
- Remember user preferences.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss or misuse. Data is stored securely on UK or EU‑based servers where possible, or with reputable providers offering GDPR‑compliant safeguards.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request corrections or updates.
- Request deletion of your data where applicable.
- Withdraw consent for processing.
- Object to certain uses of your data.
- Request data portability.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.
7. Retention Period
We retain personal and business information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services.
- Meet legal or regulatory requirements.
- Maintain published content unless removal is requested.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third‑party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We recommend reviewing their policies before providing any personal information.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a data request, you can contact us at:
BusinessTrust Newton‑le‑Willows, Merseyside Email: info@businesstrust.co.uk
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
