Privacy Policy for UKSignBoards.com

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how uksignboards.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use UKSignBoards.com (“the website”, “our site”, “the Service”). By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Who This Policy Applies To

UKSignBoards.com is a business-to-business (B2B) website intended only for use by sign industry professionals, companies, and trade suppliers. The site is not designed for, or marketed to, individual consumers or the general public. By using this site, you confirm that you are acting in a business or professional capacity.

Interpretations and Definitions

Account: A unique profile created to access our Service.
Company: UK Sign Group, Unit 6 Upper Mill Street Industrial Estate, Airdrie. ML6 6JJ.
Cookies: Small data files stored on your device.
Country: United Kingdom.
Device: Any device that can access the Service.
Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable person.
Service: The UKSignBoards.com website.
Service Provider: Third-party companies or individuals who process data on our behalf.
Usage Data: Data collected automatically through the use of the Service.
You: The individual, business, or legal entity using the Service in a professional capacity.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data only where permitted by law, including:

Your consent (e.g. newsletter sign-up, cookies)
To fulfil a contract (e.g. member account, purchases)
Legal obligations
Legitimate interests (e.g. professional networking, business communications, community management, site security)

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

We may collect and use the following business and personal information:

Business email address
Name and business/company name
Job title or business role (if provided)
Business phone number
Business address (including city, postcode, country)
Usage Data

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically and may include:

IP address
Browser type/version
Pages visited
Time and date of visit
Time spent on pages
Device identifiers

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for website functionality, analytics, and to remember your preferences.

Session Cookies (deleted when browser closes)
Persistent Cookies (remain on your device)

You can change your cookie preferences at any time via our cookie banner or browser settings. For details, see our [Cookies Policy].

Use of Personal Data

We use your personal and business data to:

Provide and maintain our Service
Manage your account and registration
Process business transactions or contracts
Communicate important updates or security notices
Send you relevant business news or offers (unless you opt out)
Improve, analyse, and secure the Service
Comply with legal requirements

As a B2B site, marketing communications are sent only to business addresses and contacts in a business context. You may opt out at any time.

Sharing Your Data

We may share your data:

With Service Providers (for analytics, communications, etc.)
With affiliates or business partners (if needed for the Service)
In business transfers (merger, acquisition, etc.)
If required by law or legal process
With your consent
Publicly, when you post in public areas (forums, comments)

Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Request a copy (data portability)
Withdraw consent (where applicable)
Lodge a complaint with the UK ICO (https://ico.org.uk/)

To exercise your rights, email: rob@uksignboards.com

Retention of Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described here, or as required by law. Usage data may be retained longer for analytics or security.

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred and stored outside the UK. Where this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards (such as the UK Addendum to Standard Contractual Clauses).

Security

We use commercially acceptable measures to protect your personal data, but no online service is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has provided us with data, please contact us so we can delete it.

Links to Other Sites

Our website may link to other websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here, with the date updated. Major changes will be communicated via email or a site notice.

Contact Us

For questions or to exercise your rights, contact:

Email: rob@uksignboards.com
Contact form: Contact Us
Post: UK Sign Group, Unit 6 Upper Mill Street Industrial Estate, Airdrie. ML6 6JJ.

If you are not satisfied, you have the right to contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ico.org.uk).

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