The short version
1. Who we are
The website at uksolarcalc.co.uk ("we", "us", "our") is operated by an independent publisher. We are the data controller for the personal data we collect through this site.
If you have any question about this policy or your data, email privacy@uksolarcalc.co.uk.
2. What data we collect
2.1 Calculator inputs — not collected
All of our calculators run as client-side JavaScript. The values you enter (region, bill, system size, tariff) are processed by your browser only and are never sent to our servers. We have no access to these inputs and do not store them.
2.2 Lead form data — not yet active
There is currently no form on this website and we do not collect lead data. We plan to offer an installer quote service; when it launches we will publish the launch date here and this section will apply from that date. The form will then collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Property postcode (to match you with local MCS-certified installers)
- System details you've calculated (system size, battery preference)
That data will be used so we can pass your enquiry to one or more installers in our network. We do not store payment data — we will never see your card details.
2.3 Analytics and advertising data
Analytics. We use Cloudflare Web Analytics (provided by Cloudflare, Inc.) to measure traffic to this site in aggregate. Cloudflare states: “Cloudflare Web Analytics does not use any client-side state, such as cookies or localStorage, to collect usage metrics. We also don’t ‘fingerprint’ individuals via their IP address, User Agent string, or any other data for the purpose of displaying analytics.” (Source: Cloudflare, “Web Analytics — Privacy first”, verified 14 September 2026.) It therefore requires no consent under PECR. Because this site is proxied through Cloudflare, Cloudflare also processes standard request metadata (for example IP address, user agent, requested URL) at its edge as our CDN and security provider; that processing is covered by legitimate interests — see section 3.
Advertising — not yet active. We have verified this site with Google AdSense, but no advertising is displayed on this site today and no advertising cookies are set. Before any advertising is enabled we will first deploy a Google-certified consent management platform and update this policy and our cookie policy. Until then no consent is requested, and none is required.
No other tracking. We do not use Google Analytics (GA4), Google Tag Manager, advertising pixels, or session-replay tools. Full details are in our cookie policy.
3. Lawful basis for processing (UK GDPR Article 6)
| Data | Lawful basis | Recital reference |
|---|---|---|
| Lead form (name, email, phone, postcode) — applies from launch of the quote service; not collected today | Consent (6(1)(a)) — you actively submit the form, and pre-contractual steps necessary to provide the quote service you requested (6(1)(b)) | Your quote request |
| Passing lead data to installers — applies from launch of the quote service | Consent (6(1)(a)) — you agree at the point of submission that your details may be shared with up to 3 installers | Quote delivery |
| Analytics (Cloudflare Web Analytics) | No personal data is processed for analytics: the service uses no cookies or client-side state (Cloudflare, verified 14 September 2026). Cloudflare’s edge request logs are covered by legitimate interests (6(1)(f)) below. | Site improvement |
| Advertising cookies | Not applicable — no advertising is displayed on this site today. Consent (6(1)(a)) via a Google-certified consent platform will apply before advertising is enabled. | Ad personalisation (opt-in) |
| Server access logs | Legitimate interests (6(1)(f)) — security and abuse prevention | Site security |
4. How we use your data
- To pass your quote request to up to three MCS-certified installer partners so they can contact you — this applies only once the quote service launches; we collect no lead data today.
- To respond to emails you send us (e.g. support, data subject requests).
- To maintain and improve the website using aggregated analytics.
- To display advertising (where you have consented to personalised ads) — not yet active; see section 2.3.
- To detect fraud, abuse, or security threats.
We do not use your personal data to make solely automated decisions with legal or similarly significant effects.
5. Who we share your data with
5.1 Installer partners
No lead data is shared today, because the quote service is not yet live. Once it launches, contact details submitted through the quote form will be passed to up to three MCS-certified installers in your region. Each installer is an independent data controller for the data once they receive it. We do not control how they use it — please review their privacy policies.
5.2 Service providers
- Cloudflare, Inc. — content delivery, security, and Cloudflare Web Analytics (cookie-free aggregate traffic measurement). See Cloudflare's privacy policy.
- Google LLC — Google AdSense account verification only (advertising is not yet displayed). See Google's privacy policy.
- Hosting provider — for serving the website and storing server access logs.
- Email provider — for replying to your enquiries.
5.3 Legal disclosure
We may disclose data where required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
We do not sell your personal data.
6. International transfers
Some service providers (notably Google) may process data outside the UK. Where this happens, transfers are protected by UK International Data Transfer Addenda, UK Standard Contractual Clauses, or the UK-US Data Bridge, in line with UK GDPR Chapter V.
7. Data retention
| Data type | Retention period |
|---|---|
| Lead form submissions (from launch of the quote service) | 12 months from submission, then deleted from our systems. Installers you were matched with retain their own copies subject to their policies. |
| Email correspondence | 24 months, then deleted. |
| Analytics | Cloudflare Web Analytics sets no cookies (Cloudflare, verified 14 September 2026), so there is no cookie retention period to state. Cloudflare edge request logs are retained under our hosting configuration. |
| Advertising cookies | None set today — advertising is not yet active. Names and retention periods will be documented here before advertising is enabled. |
| Server access logs | 30 days. |
If you ask us to delete your data earlier, we will do so within 30 days.
8. Your UK GDPR rights
Under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to:
- Be informed (this policy)
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
- Data portability — receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Withdraw consent at any time (this does not affect processing already done)
To exercise any of these rights, email privacy@uksolarcalc.co.uk. We respond within one month.
9. Right to complain
If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to complain to the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
ICO · Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF
Helpline: 0303 123 1113 · ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint
10. Children
uksolarcalc.co.uk is not directed at children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If you believe we have done so by mistake, please contact us and we will delete the data.
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the "last updated" date at the top. We will not reduce your rights without notice.
12. Contact
Email: privacy@uksolarcalc.co.uk
If you need a postal address for formal correspondence, email us and we will provide one within 30 days.