Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
1. Who We Are
WickedSearch (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website wickedsearch.com (the “Service”). We are a loan matching service connecting borrowers with potential lenders.
Company Number: [Insert UK Company Number]
ICO Registration Number: [Insert ICO Number]
2. Information We Collect
When you use our service, we collect:
- Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, IP address
- Financial Information: Loan amount requested, credit score range, loan purpose
- Technical Data: Browser type, device information, pages visited
3. How We Use Your Information
- Match you with suitable lenders from our network
- Improve our matching algorithms
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Comply with legal obligations
4. How We Share Information
We share your data with:
- Verified Lenders: Partners who may contact you with loan offers
- Service Providers: Payment processors, cloud hosting services
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect rights
5. Your Rights
Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out of data sharing/sales
- Correct inaccurate information
- Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for:
- Active Use: 12 months from last activity
- Legal Compliance: 7 years for financial records
7. Security Measures
We implement:
- 256-bit SSL encryption
- Regular security audits
- Staff privacy training
- Secure data storage with AWS
8. Cookies & Tracking
We use:
- Essential Cookies: For site functionality
- Analytics: Google Analytics (opt-out available)
- Advertising: Facebook Pixel for conversion tracking
9. International Transfers
Data may be transferred outside the UK/EEA to:
- US-based service providers under Privacy Shield framework
- Lenders in your geographical region
10. Changes to This Policy
We will notify users of material changes via email or site notice.
11. Contact Us
For data requests or questions:
Email: privacy@wickedsearch.com
Postal: [Your Registered Office Address]