At ScrapCarQuote.co.uk (“we”, “our”, “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent, secure, and lawful way.

This Privacy Policy explains:

• What personal data we collect

• How we use it

• Who we share it with

• Your rights under UK data protection laws

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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1. Who We Are

ScrapCarQuote.co.uk is an independent online scrap car broker. We provide free scrap car quotes and connect customers with trusted, licensed scrap car buyers and Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs).

We act as a data controller for the information you submit to us, and in some cases, as a data processor for our partners.

📍 Registered in the UK
📧 Email: support@scrapcarquote.co.uk

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2. Data We Collect

We collect the following personal information when you use our site or services:

Information you provide:

• Vehicle registration number

• Postcode

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Address (when arranging collection)

• Details about your vehicle’s condition

Information we collect automatically:

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Pages you visit and actions you take on our site

• Cookies and tracking data (see Cookies Policy)

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3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Provide your free scrap car quote

• Match you with a suitable buyer

• Share your details with the selected buyer so they can arrange collection or drop-off

• Communicate with you about your quote or sale

• Improve our website and services

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data to marketers.

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4. Sharing Your Data

We share your personal data only with:

• Trusted licensed scrap car buyers/ATFs – so they can contact you to complete the sale

• Service providers – such as hosting companies, email platforms, and analytics tools

• Authorities – if required by law or to protect against fraud

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5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Contract – to provide your quote and connect you with a buyer

• Consent – where required (e.g., marketing emails)

• Legitimate interests – to improve our services and prevent fraud

• Legal obligation – to comply with UK laws

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6. How Long We Keep Your Data

We keep your personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Quote and sale records: up to 6 years (for legal/accounting purposes)

• Marketing data: until you opt out or withdraw consent

• Technical logs: up to 12 months

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7. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data

• Restrict or object to processing

• Data portability (receive your data in a machine-readable format)

• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact support@scrapcarquote.co.uk.

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8. Security

We use encryption, secure servers, and strict access controls to protect your personal data. While we take every precaution, no method of data transmission is 100% secure.

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9. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to:

• Make our website work properly

• Improve your experience

• Analyse site performance
  See our Cookies Policy for full details.

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10. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

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11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on our site.

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Contact Us
📧 Email: support@scrapcarquote.co.uk

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