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Privacy Policy & Disclaimer

How we collect, use, and protect your information on New-Builds.co.uk

Last updated: January 2025

1. Who We Are

New-Builds.co.uk is an independent UK-based property information platform providing general information about new-build developments across the United Kingdom.

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, you can contact us at:

Email: hello@new-builds.co.uk

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

a) Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Any information you submit via contact forms, enquiries, or email communications

b) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website

This information is collected using cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data only where legally permitted and for the following purposes:

  • To respond to enquiries or contact requests
  • To improve website functionality and user experience
  • To analyse website usage and performance
  • To maintain website security
  • To comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – where you have provided consent (e.g. submitting a contact form)
  • Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our website
  • Legal obligation – where required by law

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data only where necessary, including:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g. website hosting, analytics providers)
  • Where required by law or regulatory authorities

All third parties are required to respect the security of your personal data and to treat it in accordance with the law.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • To fulfil the purpose for which it was collected
  • To meet legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Cookies

New-Builds.co.uk uses cookies to:

  • Understand how visitors use the website
  • Improve performance and usability

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at the email address above.

9. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including developers or external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last updated" date will be revised accordingly.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:

Email: hello@new-builds.co.uk

Disclaimer

New-Builds.co.uk is an independent property information website. We are not a property developer, estate agent, broker, or financial adviser, and we do not act on behalf of any housebuilder unless explicitly stated.

All information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only. While we make reasonable efforts to ensure that content is accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or availability of any information, including (but not limited to) property descriptions, prices, specifications, incentives, availability, images, or development timelines.

Information relating to new-build developments is typically sourced from publicly available materials, developer communications, or third-party sources and may be subject to change without notice. Users should always verify details directly with the relevant developer, housebuilder, or appointed sales agent before making any decision.

Nothing on this website constitutes:

  • Property, legal, financial, or investment advice
  • A recommendation to purchase, sell, or invest in any property
  • An offer, promotion, or endorsement of any specific development or developer

New-Builds.co.uk accepts no liability for any loss, damage, or expense arising from reliance on information contained on this website, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Developer Relationship Disclaimer

Any references to property developers, housebuilders, or developments are made for informational and comparative purposes only. Unless explicitly stated, New-Builds.co.uk has no formal relationship, partnership, or commercial agreement with any developer featured on this website.

Logos, brand names, images, and development information remain the property of their respective owners and are used for identification and informational purposes only.