Privacy Policy
 

1. Introduction
Welcome to Cheat Catchers ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following data:

Personal identifiers (name, address, contact details)

Financial information (if applicable for payment processing)

Case-related information (as required for investigations)

CCTV, photographic, or video evidence (where legally obtained)

Communication records (emails, phone calls, correspondence)

3. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:

Direct interactions (e.g., when you contact us or request services)

Third parties (clients, legal representatives, publicly available sources)

Surveillance and investigative methods (in compliance with applicable laws)

4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:

Contractual necessity (to fulfill investigative services)

Legitimate interests (for lawful and ethical investigations)

Legal obligations (to comply with applicable laws)

Consent (where required for specific data processing activities)

5. How We Use Your Information
Your data may be used for:

Conducting private investigations

Communicating with you regarding our services

Maintaining records and compliance with legal obligations

Ensuring security and fraud prevention

Providing evidence in legal proceedings where necessary

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We only share personal data when necessary and lawful, including with:

Legal authorities or regulatory bodies (if required by law)

Legal representatives (solicitors, barristers) acting on your behalf

Trusted third-party service providers (subject to confidentiality agreements)

We do not sell or trade personal data to third parties.

7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purpose collected, including:

The duration of an active investigation

As required by legal or regulatory obligations

Up to six years for case-related records (subject to review)

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:

Access your personal data

Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data

Request erasure of data (subject to legal requirements)

Restrict or object to data processing

Data portability (where applicable)

Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

9. Security Measures
We implement technical and organisational measures to safeguard your data, including:

Secure storage systems

Encrypted communications

Restricted access to authorised personnel only

10. International Data Transfers
We do not transfer personal data outside the UK unless required for investigative purposes, ensuring adequate safeguards are in place.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us
For any questions or requests regarding your data, please contact: Cheat Catchers
thecheatcatchers@outlook.com

If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you may also contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.