Welcome to Choice Check(“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Site”). We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users (“you,” “your,” or “consumer”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services. By using Choice Check, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.
Choice Check is an Introducer Appointed Representative (IAR) registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under firm reference number 1019045. This registration authorizes us to act as an intermediary in connecting you with FCA-regulated financial service providers.
We are also registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) under registration number ZB739392, ensuring compliance with UK data protection laws.
2. Information We Collect
We collect and process personal information that you provide to us directly when you use our website or interact with our services. The types of personal information we may collect include:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
- Financial Information: Details related to your financial needs to connect you with relevant financial service providers.
- Usage Information: Information about how you use our website, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit.
- Communication Preferences: Your preferences regarding how we communicate with you.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To Connect You with Financial Service Providers: We use your information to match you with suitable financial service providers based on your requirements. By using our service, you consent to be contacted by these providers via phone, email, or SMS.
- To Communicate with You: We may use your information to send you updates, notifications, or information regarding our services or relevant financial products.
- To Improve Our Services: We use your information to understand how our services are used and to make improvements to enhance your user experience.
- To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may process your information to comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Information
As a data controller registered with the ICO, we process your information in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK GDPR:
- Consent: By providing your personal information and using our services, you consent to us processing your information for the purposes outlined in this policy.
- Legitimate Interests: We may process your information when it is necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as providing and improving our services.
- Compliance with Legal Obligations: We may process your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests.
As a data controller registered with the ICO, we process your information in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK GDPR.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with the following parties:
- Financial Service Providers: We share your information with financial service providers to connect you with suitable options based on your needs.
- Service Providers and Partners: We may share your information with third-party service providers that help us operate our website, provide services, and process payments.
- Legal and Regulatory Authorities: We may disclose your information to comply with legal or regulatory obligations or in response to lawful requests from public authorities.
6. International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of the UK. We take appropriate measures to ensure that any transfer of your personal data is in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
7. Retention of Your Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. We regularly review the data we hold and securely delete or anonymize personal information that is no longer required.
8. Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws
Under UK data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information about you.
- Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
- Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your personal information based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@choicecheck.co.uk.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze how our website is used. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information about our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
10. Security of Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these websites, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
- Email: hello@choicecheck.co.uk
Thank you for choosing Choice Check. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.