Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FastBridgeFunding ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our bridging loan services.

By using our website or services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Complete our online quote forms or applications
• Contact us via phone, email, or our website
• Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
• Request information about our services

This information may include:

• Name, address, and contact details (email, phone number)
• Property details and financial information
• Employment and income information
• Credit history and financial circumstances
• Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and assess your bridging loan applications
• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Communicate with you about your application and our services
• Send you marketing communications (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• Prevent fraud and ensure security
• Analyze website usage and improve user experience

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Lenders and Financial Institutions: To process your application and arrange bridging finance
• Credit Reference Agencies: To assess your creditworthiness
• Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our business (e.g., IT services, analytics)
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@fastbridgefunding.co.uk.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic and usage
• Improve website functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Financial records are typically retained for 7 years as required by UK law.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: