Privacy policy
Last updated on 03 December 2025Base Metal Roofing (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and store your personal information when you use our website.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information you provide
- Contact details submitted via forms (name, email, phone number, address).
- Any information sent via email or enquiries.
1.2 Information collected automatically
We use Google Analytics and PostHog Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This may include:
- IP address (anonymised where possible).
- Pages visited and time spent on each page.
- Device and browser information.
- General location data.
- Interaction events (clicks, scrolls, etc.).
Analytics data is processed in accordance with each provider’s privacy terms.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide roofing services.
- Improve website performance and user experience.
- Maintain site security and diagnose issues.
- Understand how visitors interact with our site.
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following bases:
- Consent for analytics cookies.
- Legitimate interest to operate and improve our website.
- Contract when you request services or a quotation.
4. Cookies
Our site uses cookies to:
- Enable analytics tracking (Google Analytics and PostHog).
- Remember user preferences.
You can refuse non-essential cookies through your browser settings or via our cookie banner, if present.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to keep your data secure. Data may be stored within the UK or in providers’ secure international data centres.
We only retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.
6. Sharing Your Data
We may share data with trusted third-party service providers strictly for operational needs, including:
- Google Analytics
- PostHog Analytics
- Website hosting and email providers
These providers process data under their own privacy agreements.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Correct inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Object to certain processing.
- Withdraw consent where applicable.
To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise any rights, please contact:
Base Metal Roofing
Glasgow, Scotland
Email: info@basemetalroofing.com
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9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.