Last updated: 25/11/2025
This Privacy Policy explains how roofcostcalculator.co.uk (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our website.
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with all relevant UK data protection laws, including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Contact form details (name, email, phone number, postcode, message).
- Project information entered into our roof cost calculator (roof type, measurements, materials, etc.).
- Any information you choose to share when contacting us.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you browse our site, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on site
- Referral sources
- Cookies and tracking data (see Section 5)
1.3 Third-Party Data Sources
If you contact us through advertising platforms or submit information via a partner form, they may share data with us according to their own privacy terms.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
- To provide you with roof cost estimates or related information.
- To respond to your enquiries.
- To improve our tools, content, and website functionality.
- To analyse website performance and user behaviour.
- To personalise your experience.
- To comply with legal obligations.
3. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent: When you submit a form or accept cookies.
- Legitimate interests: To maintain and improve our services, security, and website experience.
- Contract: If we provide information or services you request.
- Legal obligation: Where required by law.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Service providers such as hosting providers, analytics platforms, or email services.
- Tradespeople or roofing professionals if you request or consent to being contacted for quotations.
- Legal or regulatory authorities if required.
We ensure all partners comply with UK data protection laws.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve site functionality
- Analyse user behaviour
- Personalise content
- Run ads and measure ad performance
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.
6. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Secure servers
- Encryption where appropriate
- Access controls
- Regular security monitoring
However, no online system is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:
- Providing services you request
- Fulfilling legal or accounting obligations
- Improving our tools and website
You may request deletion at any time (see Section 8).
8. Your Rights (UK GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate information
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices.
10. Children’s Privacy
roofcostcalculator.co.uk is not intended for children under 16.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on this page.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at:
Email: info@roofcostcalculator.co.uk