Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. Here's how we protect your data.
Last updated: February 2026
Introduction
Our commitment to your privacy
Bluetorch Consulting Ltd ("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 bluetorch.co.uk.
We are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
What data we gather and how
Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with us:
This information may include:
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information about your device:
How We Use Your Information
The purposes for which we process your data
We use the information we collect responsibly and only for legitimate purposes:
Legal Basis for Processing
How UK GDPR applies to our data processing
Under the UK GDPR, we process your personal data only when we have a valid legal basis to do so:
Consent
Where you have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for a specific purpose (e.g., newsletter subscription).
Contract
Where processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
Legitimate Interests
Where processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided these don't override your rights and freedoms.
Legal Obligation
Where we need to process your data to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation.
Data Sharing
Who we share your information with
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your data only in these limited circumstances:
Service Providers
Third parties who assist in our operations, under strict confidentiality agreements
Legal Requirements
When required by law or to respond to valid legal process
Protection
To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users
Data Retention
How long we keep your information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
Typical Retention Periods
You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
Your Rights
What you can do with your data
Under UK data protection law, you have important rights regarding your personal data. We are committed to helping you exercise these rights.
Right of Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification
Have inaccurate personal data corrected
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Restrict
Limit how we process your personal data
Right to Portability
Receive your data in a portable format
Right to Object
Object to certain types of processing
Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@bluetorch.co.uk. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Security
How we protect your information
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
⚠️ No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Links to external websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
When you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. The presence of a link does not imply our endorsement of that site.
Changes to This Policy
How and when we may update this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Contact Us
Questions about this policy?
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or wish to exercise any of your data protection rights, please don't hesitate to contact us.
124 Patch Lane
Redditch
B98 7XE
Companies House Number: 14663890
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your data in accordance with the law. Visit ico.org.uk for more information.