Privacy Policy

Effective date: 2 December 2025
Updated: 12 October 2026
Who we are: 99 Websites is a trading name of Alex Bennett, a sole trader trading as Amazing Design Services, 50 Harvel Avenue, Rochester, ME2 3JU, United Kingdom.
Contact email: hello@99websites.co.uk

1. Introduction

99 Websites (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, enquire about our services, or become a customer.

We comply with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable UK privacy laws.

By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Name
Email address
Phone number
Business name
Billing details
Website requirements or project information
Any information submitted via forms, WhatsApp, or email

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you browse our site, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Essential browser storage (see Section 8)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive limited information from:

Payment processors
Advertising platforms (e.g., Google, Meta)
Analytics tools

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

Provide and manage our website design services
Respond to enquiries and provide quotations
Communicate with you about your project
Process payments and send invoices
Improve our website and user experience
Send updates or marketing emails (you can unsubscribe at any time)
Comply with legal obligations

We never sell your data to third parties.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

Contract: to provide services and fulfil agreements
Consent: when you voluntarily submit information
Legitimate interest: improving services and website functionality
Legal obligation: maintaining financial or tax records

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third parties, such as:

Payment providers (we collect Direct Debits through GoCardless)
Hosting providers
Email or marketing platforms
Development or technical partners
Legal or regulatory authorities (only when required)

All partners follow strict data protection standards.

6. Data Storage & Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information, including:

Encrypted storage where applicable
Secure hosting providers
Limited access controls
Regular security reviews

Despite our efforts, no online system is 100% secure, but we take every reasonable step to protect your data.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

Providing services
Meeting legal and tax requirements
Handling enquiries or disputes

Project-related data may be stored for up to 6 years for legal purposes.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website only uses essential browser storage, for example to remember that you’ve seen our cookie notice. We don’t use advertising or analytics cookies on this website. Messages sent through our contact form are delivered to us by Web3Forms, and the website is hosted by Cloudflare.

See our Cookie Policy for details. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings.

9. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)

To exercise your rights, email us at hello@99websites.co.uk. You can contact the ICO at ico.org.uk.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date”. Continued use of our website indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

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

Email: hello@99websites.co.uk
Phone: 07988 998941
Post: Alex Bennett T/A Amazing Design Services, 50 Harvel Avenue, Rochester, ME2 3JU