Last updated: 21 October 2026
Who we are
The Van Builder (thevanbuilder.co.uk) is the data controller for personal data collected through this website. We process data in line with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
What we collect
- Contact details you choose to send us (for example via a contact form), used only to reply to you.
- Comments, if enabled: the name, email and content you submit, plus your IP address for spam prevention.
- Technical data such as IP address, browser type and pages visited, collected by our hosting provider and any analytics tools for security and to understand how the site is used.
Cookies
We use essential cookies needed for the site to work. With your consent, we may also use analytics cookies (to measure traffic) and affiliate tracking cookies (so retailers can tell that you arrived from our site). Non-essential cookies are only set where you have consented, and you can withdraw consent or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Analytics
We may use analytics services to understand which pages are useful. Where possible these are configured to minimise personal data.
Affiliate links
Some pages contain affiliate links. If you click one, the retailer or affiliate network may set cookies and process data under its own privacy policy. See our Affiliate Disclosure.
Lawful basis and retention
We rely on consent (non-essential cookies), legitimate interests (site security, replying to enquiries) and legal obligation where relevant. We keep data only as long as needed for these purposes.
Your rights
You have the right to access, correct, erase, restrict or object to processing of your personal data, and to data portability. To make a request, use our Contact page. You can also complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ico.org.uk).
Changes
We may update this policy and will change the date above when we do.