Last updated: 01 December 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Vectis Expeditions Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit or interact with our website vectisexpeditions.co.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with UK data protection law, including the UK GDPRand the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
Vectis Expeditions Ltd
Cowes, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Email: info@vectisexpeditions.co.uk
We are the Data Controller for personal data collected through this website.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We only collect personal data that you choose to share with us, including:
| Type of Data | How Collected | Purpose |
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| Name, email address, phone number | When you submit our contact form | To respond to your enquiry and provide customer service |
We do not collect special category data via our website.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
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Legitimate interests — responding to enquiries submitted through the website
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Pre-contractual obligations — when you ask us for information about our services
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your information to:
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Respond to enquiries
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Manage our business relationship with you
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Improve our services and website
We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.
5. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell your personal data.
Data may be shared only with service providers essential for operating our website (e.g., hosting).
All third parties are required to keep your data secure and confidential.
6. Data Retention
We retain enquiry correspondence for up to 12 months, unless a longer retention is legally required (e.g., for ongoing services).
7. International Transfers
We do not intentionally transfer personal data outside the UK.
If future transfers become necessary, appropriate safeguards will be applied.
8. Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction or deletion
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Object to or restrict processing
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Withdraw consent (where applicable)
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Request data portability
To exercise your rights, contact: info@vectisexpeditions.co.uk
If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you may complain to the UK ICO: ico.org.uk
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect their data.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
Cookie Policy
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Our website uses minimal cookies, only those essential for functionality and security.
We currently do not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help websites function properly.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Allows the website and contact form to operate securely | No |
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies in settings.
If you choose to block necessary cookies, some site features may not function correctly.
Third-Party Services
Our hosting provider may set essential cookies used only for security and loading performance.
No behavioural tracking is performed.
If we introduce analytics or marketing tools in future, this policy will be updated and cookie consent tools added.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy or Cookie Policy, please contact: