Privacy Policy
Last updated: 20/02/2026
Introduction
Ultimate Car Checker ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our vehicle history checking service.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.
Information We Collect
Vehicle Registration Numbers
When you use our service, we collect the vehicle registration numbers (VRMs) you search for. This information is necessary to provide you with vehicle history reports.
Payment Information
If you purchase a report, we collect payment information through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store your complete credit card details on our servers.
Technical Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. This helps us improve our service and user experience.
Contact Information
If you contact us for support or inquiries, we collect your email address and any information you provide in your message.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide vehicle history reports and related services
- Process payments and maintain transaction records
- Respond to customer service requests and support inquiries
- Improve our website and services based on user behavior
- Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
- Send service-related communications (we do not send marketing emails unless you opt in)
Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:
- Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
- Secure hosting infrastructure with regular security updates
- Access controls limiting who can view your information
- Regular security audits and monitoring
Your data is stored on secure servers located in the United Kingdom and European Economic Area. We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
Sharing Your Information
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 share data with UK Vehicle Data and other trusted partners who help us provide our services (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers). These parties are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights and safety.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site usage. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.
Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the UK or European Economic Area, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your data in certain situations.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to your request within one month.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data protection rights, or have concerns about how we handle your information, please contact us:
Email: privacy@ultimatecarchecker.co.uk
General Inquiries: info@ultimatecarchecker.co.uk
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours.
