Legal Notices
Last updated: January 2026
W3 Applications (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect personal data when you visit https://w3a.co.uk or contact us through our website.
Who we are
W3 Applications
UK-based web design, development and hosting provider.
If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us via the details on our website.
What personal data we collect
We collect only the minimum data necessary to operate our website and respond to enquiries.
Data you provide to us
When you contact us via a form or email, we may collect:
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Your name
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Your email address
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Any information you include in your message
We do not collect sensitive personal data.
How we use your data
We use your personal data only for the following purposes:
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To respond to enquiries you send us
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To communicate with you about services you have requested
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To provide information you have specifically asked for
We do not:
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Sell your data
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Share it with third parties for marketing
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Use it for profiling or automated decision-making
Lawful basis for processing
Under UK GDPR, our lawful basis for processing personal data is:
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Legitimate interests – responding to enquiries and running our business
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Consent – where you actively submit your details via a contact form
You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
How long we keep your data
We keep personal data only for as long as necessary, typically:
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Enquiry emails: retained for up to 12 months
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Client communications: retained for the duration of the business relationship and for reasonable record-keeping afterwards
We securely delete data when it is no longer required.
Cookies
Our website uses essential functional (session) cookies only.
These cookies:
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Enable basic site functionality
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Do not track users
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Do not collect personal data
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Expire automatically at the end of your session
We do not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.
For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
Data sharing
We do not share your personal data with third parties except where required by law.
Our website and email services are hosted using reputable providers that process data securely and in line with UK GDPR.
International data transfers
Our services are primarily UK-based.
If data is transferred outside the UK or EEA (for example, via email hosting), appropriate safeguards are in place to ensure your data remains protected.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data
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Object to or restrict processing
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Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled.
Data security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access or disclosure.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page.
Website Terms of Use
Last updated: January 2026
By accessing and using this website, you agree to the following terms.
Use of this website
You may use this website for lawful purposes only.
You must not use it in any way that may damage, disable, or impair the site or interfere with other users.
Intellectual property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and code, is the property of W3 Applications unless otherwise stated.
You may:
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View and print pages for personal, non-commercial use
You may not:
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Copy, reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content for commercial purposes without prior written permission
Accuracy of information
We make reasonable efforts to ensure the information on this website is accurate and up to date.
However, content is provided for general information only and may change without notice.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, W3 Applications shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content.
Nothing in these terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud.
External links
This website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the content or availability of those sites.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
Contact
If you have any questions about these terms, please contact us via the details on our website.