Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

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Discreet Private Investigators UK

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Effective Date: 01/01/2025
Last Updated: 01/01/2030

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Discreet Private Investigators UK (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This policy applies to all visitors to our website:
https://www.discreetprivateinvestigatorsuk.com

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1. Who We Are

Discreet Private Investigators UK is a professional private investigation and surveillance service provider operating throughout the United Kingdom.

For the purposes of data protection legislation, we are the Data Controller.

Contact details:
Email: [insert your email]
Website: https://www.discreetprivateinvestigatorsuk.com

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2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a) Information You Provide Directly

• Name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Information submitted via contact forms

• Details provided during enquiries or consultations

b) Information Collected Automatically

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited and interaction data

• Date and time of visits

This information is collected via cookies and analytics tools.

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3. Special Category Data

In the course of private investigation services, we may lawfully process special category data, including but not limited to:

• Information relating to alleged misconduct

• Surveillance observations

• Images, video, or written reports

• Information relevant to legal proceedings

Such data is processed strictly where necessary, proportionate, and in accordance with applicable law.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data for the following purposes:

• Responding to enquiries and requests

• Providing private investigation and surveillance services

• Preparing reports and evidence

• Legal compliance and court proceedings

• Business administration and record-keeping

• Improving our website and services

• Protecting our legal rights and interests

We do not use personal data for automated decision-making or profiling.

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5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent – where you have given clear permission

• Contractual necessity – to provide requested services

• Legal obligation – compliance with UK law

• Legitimate interests – where processing is necessary and balanced against individual rights

• Public interest / legal claims – for the establishment, exercise, or defence of legal claims

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6. Surveillance & Investigative Data

All investigative and surveillance activities are conducted:

• Lawfully

• Proportionately

• In public places only

• Without unlawful intrusion

• In compliance with the Human Rights Act 1998

• In line with data protection principles

Evidence is gathered solely for legitimate purposes and may be disclosed to clients, solicitors, insurers, or courts where lawful and appropriate.

7. Data Sharing

We may share personal data with:

• Legal representatives

• Solicitors and barristers

• Courts and tribunals

• Insurers

• Professional advisers

• Regulatory bodies where required by law

We never sell personal data to third parties.

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8. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

• Secure data storage

• Restricted access controls

• Encryption where appropriate

• Secure handling of digital and physical records

Access to sensitive data is strictly limited to authorised personnel only.

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9. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• Legal and contractual requirements

• Regulatory obligations

• Court proceedings and limitation periods

Once no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

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10. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request rectification of inaccurate data

• Request erasure (where applicable)

• Restrict processing

• Object to processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

Requests can be made by contacting us using the details above.

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11. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyse traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

For more information, please see our Cookie Policy (if applicable).

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12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.

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13. Complaints

If you believe your data protection rights have been infringed, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

ICO Website: https://www.ico.org.uk

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14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.

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15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us via our website.