Privacy policy

This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services. We are committed to keeping your data safe and handling it responsibly in line with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Who we are

Business name: Hot Firewood
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire, UK
Email: hello@hotfirewood.co.uk
We are the data controller for the personal information collected on this website.

Information we collect

We collect information when you interact with our website or contact us directly. This may include:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Your phone number

  • Your address for delivery purposes

  • Any information you include when contacting us through forms or email

  • Payment details processed securely through our payment provider (we do not store full card details)

We also collect basic website usage data through cookies.

How we use your information

We use your personal information to:

  • Respond to your enquiries

  • Process and deliver orders

  • Manage payments and refunds

  • Keep business records for accounting and tax purposes

  • Improve our website and services

Legal grounds for processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • Contractual necessity when you place an order or request a quote

  • Legitimate interests to run and grow our business

  • Legal obligations for record keeping and tax compliance

  • Consent when you accept optional cookies or choose to join any mailing list

Sharing your information

We only share your information with organisations that help us operate our business, such as:

  • Payment processors

  • Delivery or courier services

  • Website hosting and analytics providers

These companies only receive the information needed to provide their service and must keep your data safe.

We do not sell your personal data.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies may:

  • Help the website function correctly

  • Measure website traffic and performance

  • Remember your preferences

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

How long we keep your information

We keep your information only for as long as needed for the purposes listed above. Accounting and tax records are kept for the legally required time.

Your rights

You have rights over your personal data, including the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Ask us to correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data where applicable

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • Withdraw consent for optional cookies

You can exercise your rights by contacting us using the details above.

How we protect your information

We take steps to keep your information secure, including secure hosting, limited access to personal data, and the use of trusted payment processors.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page.

Contact us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
hello@hotfirewood.co.uk