Introduction

UKTN, also known as Tech City News Limited, has published a comprehensive privacy policy that outlines how personal data is handled when visitors interact with their website. This policy is designed to comply with UK data protection regulations and to ensure transparency regarding the collection, use, and storage of personal information. As a responsible publisher in the technology sector, UKTN emphasizes its commitment to protecting user privacy and providing clear choices about data usage.

Data Collected About You

The policy identifies several categories of personal data that may be collected. These include Identity Data (such as name, date of birth, gender), Contact Data (email address, phone number, billing address), Financial Data (bank account details, payment card information), and Transaction Data (records of purchases and payments). Technical Data is also gathered automatically, including IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and device information. Additionally, Profile Data, Usage Data, and Marketing and Communications Data are collected to personalize experiences and manage preferences. Aggregated Data, which cannot identify individuals, may also be used for analytical purposes.

How Data Is Collected

Personal data is obtained through direct interactions when users fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, purchase products, enter competitions, or provide feedback. Automated technologies like cookies and server logs collect Technical Data during website visits. Third parties such as analytics providers (e.g., Google) and advertising networks may also share data about users. UKTN notes that they do not collect any special categories of sensitive personal data, such as health or genetic information, nor data about criminal convictions.

Purposes and Legal Bases for Processing

UKTN processes personal data for specific purposes, each justified by a lawful basis under data protection law. The most common bases include performance of a contract (e.g., registering a customer or processing orders), legitimate interests (e.g., improving services, marketing, fraud prevention), and compliance with legal obligations (e.g., retaining records for tax purposes). For marketing communications sent by third parties, express opt-in consent is required. Users have the right to withdraw consent at any time. The policy provides a detailed table linking each purpose to the data types used and the corresponding legal basis.

Marketing and Advertising

UKTN uses personal data to deliver relevant content and advertisements. They analyze usage patterns to determine which products or services might interest users. Marketing communications are sent when users have requested information or purchased goods and have not opted out. Users can manage their preferences through the members area on the website or by contacting UKTN directly. Opting out of marketing does not affect data used for transactional purposes. Cookies are used for advertising and analytics, and users can control cookie settings in their browsers.

Data Sharing and International Transfers

Personal data may be shared with internal third parties (e.g., other companies within the UKTN group) and external third parties (e.g., service providers, professional advisers, regulators). UKTN requires all third parties to respect data security and process data only as instructed. The policy states that personal data is not transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA) unless adequate safeguards are in place, such as European Commission adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses. US-based providers must be Privacy Shield certified to receive data.

Data Security and Retention

UKTN has implemented appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure of personal data. Access is restricted to employees and contractors with a business need, who are bound by confidentiality agreements. Procedures are in place to handle data breaches and notify affected parties if required by law. Regarding retention, UKTN retains basic customer data for six years after the end of the customer relationship, primarily for tax purposes. Users may request deletion of their data earlier, and data may be anonymized for research uses.

Your Legal Rights

Under data protection law, users have several rights regarding their personal data. These include the right to access a copy of the data held, correct inaccurate data, request erasure (the 'right to be forgotten'), object to processing based on legitimate interests, restrict processing in certain circumstances, and request transfer of data in a machine-readable format. Users can also withdraw consent at any time for processing based on consent. UKTN typically responds to requests within one month, though complex requests may take longer. There is usually no fee, but a reasonable charge may be applied for unfounded or excessive requests. Users can contact the Data Protection Officer at mydata@wearemvi.com with any concerns.

This privacy policy was last updated on February 4, 2024 and applies to all interactions with UKTN's website. The policy includes links to third-party sites, but UKTN is not responsible for their data practices. For a complete understanding, users are encouraged to read the full policy and associated cookie policy. UKTN remains dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and user choice.

Source: UKTN News