Privacy Policy

At DissertationBinding.co.uk, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices and your rights when using our website and services.

All content, design, images, and branding displayed on DissertationBinding.co.uk are the intellectual property of our company. This includes text, graphics, and logos related to our dissertation binding, printing, writing, editing, and journal publication services. Unauthorised use, duplication, or distribution of our intellectual property is strictly prohibited. Users may access content solely for personal, non-commercial purposes. Any misuse of our intellectual property will be subject to legal action.

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address when you place an order or contact us.
• Payment Information: Necessary billing details are processed securely through trusted third-party payment processors.
• Technical Information: IP addresses, browser type, and other analytics to improve user experience.
• Uploaded Files: Documents submitted for binding, printing, or other services. These files remain confidential and are not shared.

We collect data to:

• Process your orders for binding, printing, writing, or editing services.
• Provide customer support and address inquiries.
• Improve our website functionality and services.
• Send updates regarding your orders or promotional offers (optional, with your consent).
• Ensure compliance with legal obligations and protect against fraud.

We ensure your data is only used for legitimate purposes and retained no longer than necessary for these objectives.

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help us:

• Remember your preferences for future visits.
• Analyse website traffic and usage patterns.
• Offer personalised service recommendations.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note some website features may not function optimally if cookies are disabled. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined in this policy.

We take data security seriously and implement robust measures to protect your information:

• Data encryption ensures secure transmission during payment and order processing.
• Regular system audits and updates minimise vulnerabilities.
• Limited access to personal data ensures only authorised personnel handle sensitive information.
• Secure file storage guarantees uploaded documents remain confidential.

While we strive to maintain high-security standards, no system is completely immune to breaches. Should a breach occur, we will notify affected users promptly and take immediate corrective action.

Your personal data may be shared with trusted third parties in specific scenarios, such as:

• Payment processors to facilitate transactions.
• Delivery partners to ensure timely order shipments.
• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect against fraud.

We ensure all partners adhere to stringent data protection standards.

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil our services and comply with legal obligations. Uploaded files are securely deleted after the project is completed. Personal and transactional data are retained for record-keeping and audit purposes, as required by law.

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

As a user, you have the right to:

• Access and review your personal data.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
• Request deletion of personal data, subject to legal obligations.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised date.