Legal
Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
1. Who We Are
Trade Based Websites Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a web design company operating in the United Kingdom. If you have any questions about this policy, contact us at 07380 358248 or blake@tradebasedwebsites.com.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect the following information when you use our website or contact us:
- Contact details: name, phone number, email address (if provided)
- Business details: your trade and business name when requesting a quote
- Communication records: messages sent via our website form or WhatsApp
- Usage data: pages visited, time on site, browser type — collected via cookies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Respond to your quote requests and enquiries
- Build and maintain your website under our services
- Send you communications related to your service
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not use your information for unsolicited marketing without your explicit consent.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under UK GDPR on the following legal bases:
- Contract performance: to provide the services you have requested
- Legitimate interests: to respond to enquiries and improve our business
- Legal obligation: where required by law
5. Who We Share Your Information With
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:
- WhatsApp / Meta Platforms: when you use our WhatsApp contact feature
- Google: analytics tools we use to understand website usage
- Legal authorities: if required by law
6. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain your contact information for up to 2 years after your last interaction with us, unless a longer period is required by law. You can request deletion at any time.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or port your data, and to object to processing. Contact us at blake@tradebasedwebsites.com to exercise any right. You also have the right to complain to the ICO at ico.org.uk.
8. Contact Us
Trade Based Websites Ltd
Phone: 07380 358248
Email: blake@tradebasedwebsites.com