Privacy Policy
Scottline Group Ltd (trading as Scottline Autos)
This Privacy Policy explains how Scottline Group Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our website or contact us.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and secure manner, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
Scottline Group Ltd
Trading as: Scottline Autos
Website: https://www.scottline.co.uk
Email: info@scottline.co.uk
Telephone: 0161 706 1205
For the purposes of data protection law, Scottline Group Ltd is the data controller.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Address (if provided)
• Vehicle information you enquire about
• Finance or enquiry details you submit via forms
• Communications between you and us
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and device information
• Website usage data through cookies and analytics tools
We only collect personal data that is necessary and relevant.
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data when you:
• Fill out enquiry or finance forms on our website
• Contact us by email or telephone
• Book a test drive or request information
• Browse our website (via cookies and analytics tools)
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
• Respond to enquiries and provide information
• Arrange vehicle viewings or test drives
• Process finance enquiries or applications
• Manage customer relationships
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not use your data for automated decision-making.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
• Your consent
• Performance of a contract or steps prior to entering a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Our legitimate business interests, where these do not override your rights
6. Sharing Your Data
We may share your personal data with:
• Finance providers (where you request finance)
• Warranty providers (where applicable)
• Service providers who support our website or business operations
• Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
7. Data Storage and Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
Your data is stored securely and only accessed by authorised persons.
8. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
• Fulfil the purposes it was collected for
• Meet legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements
When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
9. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details above.
10. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Further information may be provided in a separate Cookie Policy.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page, and the latest version will always apply.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Email: info@scottline.co.uk
Telephone: 0161 706 1205
Scottline Group Ltd
Trading as Scottline Autos