Privacy Policy
Last updated: 25 August 2025
Scrap Car Price Ltd (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website scrapcarprice.com.
1. Who We Are
Scrap Car Price Ltd operates scrapcarprice.com, a UK-based service that helps you compare and find the best price for your scrap car.
- Company Name: Scrap Car Price Ltd
- Website: scrapcarprice.com
- Registered Office: Scrap Car Price Ltd , Broomfield Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 5 PH
- Company Number: 16613426
- Contact Email: contact@scrapcarprice.com
We are the “data controller” for the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
2. Information We Collect
Information you provide directly:
- Name
- Contact details (phone number, email address, postcode)
- Vehicle details (make, model, registration, mileage, condition)
- Any other information you choose to submit via our forms
Information collected automatically:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and how you interact with our site (via cookies and analytics)
3. How We Use Your Information
- Provide you with scrap car valuations and quotes
- Pass your enquiry to trusted recycling partners who may contact you to arrange collection and payment
- Respond to your enquiries or support requests
- Improve and personalise your experience on our website
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
4. Sharing Your Information
We share your data only when necessary:
- With our network of trusted vehicle recycling and scrap partners
- With service providers who help us operate our website (e.g., hosting, IT, analytics)
- When required by law, regulation, or to protect our rights and safety
We do not sell your personal data.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
- Contract: to provide valuations and quotes you request
- Legitimate interests: to improve our services and prevent fraud
- Consent: for optional marketing communications and cookie tracking
- Legal obligation: to comply with legal requirements
6. Marketing and Communications
If you opt in, we may send you marketing emails or texts about our services. You can opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us at contact@scrapcarprice.com.
7. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Ensure the website works properly
- Analyse how visitors use our site (e.g., via Google Analytics)
- Improve performance and user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings. See our [Cookie Policy] for more details.
8. Data Retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services and meet legal obligations. Typically:
- Quote requests: up to 12 months
- Partner communication records: kept in line with legal and contractual requirements
9. Your Data Protection Rights
Under UK GDPR you have the right to:
- Access the data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent (where consent is the legal basis)
- Data portability
To exercise your rights, contact contact@scrapcarprice.com.
If you’re not satisfied, you can complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
10. Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. However, no online service can be 100% secure.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the date of the last update.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Scrap Car Price Ltd
Email: contact@scrapcarprice.com
Address: Scrap Car Price Ltd , Broomfield Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 5 PH