Privacy Policy
At BusinessTrust.co.uk, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly and transparently. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store and protect your data when you visit our website, interact with our services, or list your business on our directory.
By using BusinessTrust.co.uk, you agree to the terms of this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal and business information:
Contact details – such as your name, email address, phone number and business address
Business information – including company name, services offered, website URL, and business description
Account details – including login credentials and preferences if you register for an account
Usage data – such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited and time spent on our site
Communication records – including messages, enquiries or feedback submitted via our contact forms or email
Review content – if you leave a review or rating for a listed business
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided by you for a specific purpose.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Create and manage your business listing
Respond to enquiries and provide customer support
Improve the functionality and user experience of our website
Allow you to log back into businessTrust.co.uk to manage your listings and view statistics in your dashboard.
Send updates, promotional content or newsletters (only with your consent)
Publish blog content and promotional features for listed businesses
Generate backlinks to client websites as part of our blog writing service
Monitor site usage and detect fraudulent or unauthorised activity
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:
Service providers – such as hosting, analytics and marketing platforms that help us operate our website
Legal authorities – if required by law or to protect our rights and users
All third-party partners are required to comply with data protection regulations and use your information only for the intended purpose.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
BusinessTrust.co.uk uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyse website traffic and usage patterns
- Deliver relevant content and advertising
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Data Storage and Security
We store your data securely using encrypted servers and industry-standard safeguards. We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration or disclosure.
Access to personal data is restricted to authorised personnel only, and we regularly review our security practices to ensure compliance.
6. Your Rights
Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and contractual obligations)
- Object to or restrict certain types of data processing
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@businesstrust.co.uk
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements or data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Email: support@businesstrust.co.uk
Thank you for trusting BusinessTrust.co.uk. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy while helping UK businesses thrive.