Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your personal information
Important Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and represents our own analysis and opinions based on publicly available information and industry experience. This content should not be considered as professional financial, legal, or technical advice.
No Warranty: While we strive for accuracy, we make no representations or warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any information on this site. All calculations are estimates based on standard conversion rates and typical usage patterns. Actual costs and savings may vary significantly based on individual circumstances, supplier terms, equipment efficiency, and market conditions.
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1. Introduction
The Structured Data Company Limited ("we", "our", or "us") operates LPGCalculator.co.uk (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our LPG cost calculator.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
The Structured Data Company is registered with the ICO
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you use our LPG calculator, we may collect:
- LPG supplier information
- Cost per litre data
- Boiler specifications (size and age)
- Meter readings
- Standing charge information
- Which county you are in
We collect this data to gather information about cost per litre for different suppliers around the country. No personal information is collected from you.
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information including:
- IP address (anonymised for privacy)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website
- Date and time of your visit
2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These may include essential cookies for website functionality and analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site.
2.4 Advertising Disclosure
This website may contain affiliate links and advertisements. When you click on certain links or purchase products/services through our site, we may receive a commission or payment at no additional cost to you.
Our Promise: We only recommend products or services that we believe may be of genuine value to our users. However, we want to be completely transparent about our commercial relationships.
What This Means: Some of the companies mentioned on this site may compensate us through affiliate partnerships or advertising agreements. This helps us keep our calculator and information free for users, but it does not influence our editorial content or recommendations.
Your Choice: You are never obligated to purchase anything through our links. All affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed where applicable, and you can always navigate directly to any company's website if you prefer.
We are committed to transparency and comply with the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) guidelines and the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and operate our LPG cost calculator service
- To calculate and display your LPG costs and potential savings
- To improve our website and services
- To analyse usage patterns and optimise user experience
- To detect and prevent fraud or technical issues
- To comply with legal obligations
Our Commitment
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your calculation data is used solely to provide our service and improve our tool. If you click on third-party links or advertisements from this website, then you may be tracked under their own privacy policies.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:
- Legitimate Interest: To provide our calculator service and improve user experience
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
5. Data Storage and Security
5.1 Data Storage
Your calculation data is stored securely using Google with appropriate access controls. Data is retained for analytical purposes to improve our service and may be anonymised for statistical analysis.
5.2 Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information, including:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments
- Data minimisation practices
5.3 Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Calculation data may be retained for up to 3 years for service improvement purposes, after which it may be anonymised or deleted.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right of Access: Request copies of your personal information
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your information
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for email communications
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to your request within one month of receipt.
7. Third-Party Services
7.1 Google Services
We use Google Sheets for data storage and Google Analytics for website analytics. These services are governed by Google's Privacy Policy, which can be found at privacy.google.com.
7.2 Advertising
Our website may display advertisements provided by third-party advertising networks. These advertisers may use cookies to display relevant ads based on your browsing behavior.
7.3 External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
8. International Data Transfers
As we use Google services, some of your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK/EEA. Google has appropriate safeguards in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses, to ensure adequate protection of your personal information.
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
11. Contact Information
Data Controller
The Structured Data Company
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about how we handle your personal information, you can contact us through our contact form.
Supervisory Authority
If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's supervisory authority for data protection matters.
ICO Website: ico.org.uk
ICO Helpline: 0303 123 1113
12. Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Advertising Cookies: Used by our advertising partners to display relevant ads
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently.