Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Introduction
Oil Collector ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website oilcollector.co.uk or use our used cooking oil collection services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when:
- Requesting a quote or scheduling a collection
- Contacting us via phone, email, or our contact form
- Signing up for our newsletter
- Creating a business account with us
This information may include:
- Business name and contact details
- Name and job title of contact person
- Email address and phone number
- Business address and collection site details
- Billing and payment information
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies installed on your device.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and manage our oil collection services
- Process payments and send invoices
- Communicate with you about your account and collections
- Send you marketing communications (with your consent)
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under the UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
- Contract: To fulfil our contractual obligations to you
- Legitimate interests: To operate and improve our business
- Consent: For marketing communications where required
- Legal obligation: To comply with applicable laws
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfil the purposes described in this policy. We may retain certain information for longer periods as required by law (e.g., for tax and accounting purposes).
Data Sharing
We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist in our operations
- Professional advisers (accountants, lawyers)
- Regulatory authorities when required by law
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@oilcollector.co.uk.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function; analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our site.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: info@oilcollector.co.uk
- Phone: 01709 373248
- Address: United Kingdom