Introduction

Welcome to [Your Company Name] (“we”, “our”, “us”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy and Cookies Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any personal data that you provide to us when using our website, as well as how we use cookies and third-party tools such as Google Tag Manager, Google Search Console, and Cookiebot.

Who We Are

[Your Company Name] is a UK-based planning consultancy offering professional services to support development projects across the country.

Our website is powered by WordPress as a headless CMS with a modern frontend built using Next.js.

For any data-related queries, please contact: Email: [your email address] Address: [your business address] Data Controller: [Your Company Name]

What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:                 

  • Contact information (e.g. name, email address, phone number)
  • Information submitted via contact forms
  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, operating system
  • Website usage data (e.g. pages visited, time on site, clicks)

How We Collect Data

We collect data through:

  • Forms you complete on our website
  • Cookies and similar technologies (managed via Cookiebot)
  • Analytics and performance tracking tools (e.g. Google Tag Manager)
  • SEO and performance monitoring tools (e.g. Google Search Console)

Use of Google Tag Manager and Search Console

Google Tag Manager (GTM) allows us to deploy marketing tags on our website without modifying the codebase. GTM itself does not collect personal data, but it can trigger scripts (such as Google Analytics) that may do so.

Google Search Console helps us monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot our site’s presence in Google Search results. It does not collect personal information directly but helps us understand user interactions for performance improvements.

Use of Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Ensuring website functionality
  • Collecting anonymous analytical data
  • Enabling user preference settings
  • Marketing and retargeting purposes (only with user consent)

Cookiebot is integrated into our website to manage cookie consent in line with GDPR and ePrivacy Directive (PECR) regulations. You can adjust or withdraw your consent at any time via the [Cookie Settings] link found in the footer of our site.

Your Rights

  • As a data subject, you have the right to:
  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request erasure of your personal data
  • Object to or restrict certain types of processing
  • Withdraw consent for processing based on your permission
  • To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [your email address].

Data Retention

We only retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

Data Security

We take data protection seriously and use appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your information. This includes encrypted transmission (HTTPS) and limited access to administrative interfaces.

Third-Party Services

Our website may include links to third-party websites or use tools hosted by external providers. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of these third parties.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our operations. Please check back periodically for updates.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Email: [your email address] Address: [your office address] Phone: [your contact number]