Privacy Policy

How We Protect Your Data

Last Updated: 2024

1. Introduction

VINfinder.co.uk ("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 use our vin lookup service, reg to vin functionality, vin check features, and vehicle identification number lookup services (collectively, the "Service").

By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use our vin lookup service, we may collect the following information:

  • Registration Numbers: When you use our reg to vin functionality, we collect the registration numbers you enter to perform vin lookups
  • Email Addresses: If you request a full vehicle history report, we collect your email address to send you the report
  • Contact Information: If you contact us through our contact form, we collect your name, email, and message content

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit VINfinder.co.uk, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • IP address and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide our vin lookup service and reg to vin functionality
  • Process your vin check requests and vehicle identification number lookups
  • Send you vehicle history reports when requested
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Improve our Service and user experience
  • Analyze usage patterns and trends
  • Ensure the security and integrity of our Service

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our vin lookup service
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Registration numbers and vehicle lookup data may be retained for service improvement and analytics purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to processing of your personal information
  • Request restriction of processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our Contact Us page.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience with our vin lookup service. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve our Service and understand how you use it. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our vin lookup service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our Contact Us page.

14. Data Controller

VINfinder.co.uk is the data controller responsible for your personal information. For any data protection inquiries, please contact us using the information provided on our Contact Us page.