1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Storage Scanner Ltd trading as Storage Scanner (“Storage Scanner”, “we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use http://www.storagescanner.co.uk (“the Website”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data transparently and securely.

2. Company Details

Storage Scanner Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales.

• Registration Number: 17146452
• Registered Office: MTS House, Unit 2, Belper Road, Stockport, United Kingdom, SK4 3QW.
• Email: hello@storagescanner.co.uk

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following data:

Information you provide:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Location/postcode
• Storage requirements (e.g. size, dates)

Automatically collected data:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide storage quotes and match you with providers
• Respond to enquiries
• Improve our Website and services
• Send service-related communications
• Send marketing communications (only where permitted)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – when you submit an enquiry or opt into marketing
• Legitimate Interests – to operate and improve our service
• Contractual Necessity – where required to provide requested services
• Legal Obligation – where required by law

6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

• Storage providers listed on our Website (to provide quotes/services)
• IT and hosting providers
• Analytics providers (e.g. website performance tools)
• Legal or regulatory authorities where required

7. International Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as UK adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for or to comply with legal obligations. Typically, data is held for 12–36 months unless required otherwise.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact: hello@storagescanner.co.uk

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including secure servers, encryption where appropriate, and strict access controls.

11. Third-Party Links

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

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Please check this page regularly.

13. Complaints

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Website: https://ico.org.uk