Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how lynwhittington.co.uk (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you use our website:

Personal Information

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Any information you submit through contact forms

Technical Information

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Pages visited

• Date and time of visits

• Device information

This information may be collected through cookies or analytics services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to enquiries submitted through our contact forms

• Provide information about our services

• Improve the functionality and performance of our website

• Monitor website traffic and usage

• Maintain website security

We only process your personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so under UK GDPR.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases:

• Consent – when you submit information via forms or accept cookies

• Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our website and services

• Legal obligations – where required by law

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website, such as:

• Website hosting providers

• Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics)

These providers are required to keep your data secure and only process it on our behalf.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from:

• Unauthorised access

• Loss or misuse

• Disclosure or alteration

However, no internet transmission is completely secure.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Restrict or object to processing

• Request transfer of your data (data portability)

• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

9. Changes to This Policy

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

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Website: lynwhittington.co.uk
Email: [Insert contact email]

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Cookies Policy

Last updated: March 2026

This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and help us understand how visitors use the site.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions such as page navigation and security.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information such as:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on the site

• Traffic sources

We may use services such as Google Analytics to collect this information.

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences to enhance your experience on the site.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device

• Delete cookies

• Block cookies from certain websites

• Block all cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect how the website functions.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or manage cookies.