Privacy Policy

Last updated: 7 November 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Detail Vault (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses and protects your personal information when you visit our website https://detailvault.co.uk (the “Site”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable data protection laws.

Contents

  1. Who We Are
  2. Information We Collect
  3. How We Use Your Information
  4. Cookies & Tracking
  5. Affiliate Links & Third-Party Partners
  6. Email Communications
  7. Who We Share Information With
  8. Data Security
  9. Data Retention
  10. Your Data Protection Rights
  11. International Transfers
  12. Changes to This Policy
  13. Contact Us

1) Who We Are

Detail Vault operates as an online information and affiliate platform focused on car care, detailing, maintenance and motoring content.

Controller: Detail Vault
Email: support@detailvault.co.uk

2) Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

  • Personal details you provide directly – e.g. your name, email address, or messages when you contact us or sign up for newsletters.
  • Technical data – including IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and how you use the Site (pages visited, time on site, etc.).
  • Cookies and analytics data – collected via tools such as Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, or similar tracking technologies (see Cookies below).

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data (such as health, religion or biometric information) and do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 years old.

3) How We Use Your Information

We use your data only where lawful and necessary, including:

  • To operate, maintain and improve our website.
  • To respond to your enquiries and provide requested information.
  • To send newsletters or marketing emails (only if you’ve opted in).
  • To analyse website traffic, trends and performance through analytics tools.
  • To manage affiliate tracking, commissions and referral performance.
  • To comply with legal obligations and prevent misuse of our Site.

4) Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure the Site functions properly.
  • Remember preferences and improve user experience.
  • Analyse visitor traffic and performance via tools such as Google Analytics.
  • Track affiliate links and referral activity for commission purposes.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. More detailed information is provided in our Cookie Policy.

5) Affiliate Links & Third-Party Partners

Our Site includes affiliate links to third-party retailers such as:

  • Amazon (as part of the Amazon EU Associates Programme)
  • GSF Car Parts
  • MyMotorWorld
  • Other Awin or partner merchants

When you click on an affiliate link, tracking cookies may be placed on your browser to record purchases for commission purposes. These cookies are set by the third-party retailer or network, not by Detail Vault. Please review each partner’s privacy policy for details on how they process your data.

6) Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will store your name and email address to send updates, promotions, and car care tips. You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in any email or by contacting us directly.

We use reputable third-party email service providers (such as Mailchimp or Brevo) that comply with GDPR for email delivery and analytics.

7) Who We Share Information With

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share limited information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate the Site (e.g. hosting, analytics, or email delivery providers).
  • Affiliate networks for commission tracking and performance reporting.
  • Regulators, law enforcement, or other authorities where required by law.

All service providers are required to keep your data secure and use it only as instructed by us.

8) Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no website or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted online.

9) Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Analytics and cookie data may be kept for up to 26 months before automatic deletion.

10) Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Restriction – Request limitation on how we process your data.
  • Objection – Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
  • Portability – Request transfer of your data to another controller.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@detailvault.co.uk. We may require verification of your identity before fulfilling your request.

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you may lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk.

11) International Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may store or process data outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA). When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (such as UK adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses) to protect your information.

12) Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

13) Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Detail Vault
Email: support@detailvault.co.uk

Note: This Privacy Policy applies only to Detail Vault and not to third-party sites we link to (such as Amazon, GSF Car Parts, or MyMotorWorld). Please review their privacy policies separately before providing personal information.