Privacy Policy & Legal Information

Xcel Rank Ltd is a UK-registered digital marketing company providing services to plumbing, heating, HVAC, air conditioning and heat pump businesses.

We are committed to protecting personal information, respecting privacy and operating transparently.

This page explains how we collect, use and protect information, together with the terms that apply when using our website, www.xcelrank.co.uk.

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PRIVACY POLICY
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Who We Are

Xcel Rank Ltd is a UK-registered digital marketing company providing services to plumbing, heating, HVAC, air conditioning and heat pump businesses.

For personal information collected and used for our own business purposes, Xcel Rank Ltd is the data controller.

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Information We Collect

We may collect information when you visit our website, contact us, submit an enquiry or use our services. This may include:

  • Your name, email address and telephone number.
  • Your business name, website, location and service requirements.
  • Information you provide through enquiry forms, emails, telephone calls or other communications.
  • Project, billing and payment-related records.
  • Technical information such as IP addresses, browser details and website usage data.

For business development, we may also obtain relevant professional contact details from publicly available business websites, directories, social media platforms and reputable business information providers.

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How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for legitimate business purposes, including:

  • Responding to enquiries and providing quotations.
  • Delivering agreed digital marketing services.
  • Managing client relationships and project communications.
  • Processing invoices and maintaining business records.
  • Improving website performance, functionality and security.
  • Communicating information about our services where legally permitted.
  • Complying with applicable legal obligations.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

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Legal Basis for Using Information

We process personal information in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018 and relevant amendments. Depending on the purpose, we may rely on:

  • Contract: Where information is needed to prepare for or fulfil an agreement with you.
  • Legitimate interests: Where processing is reasonably necessary to respond to business enquiries, maintain customer relationships, protect our website or conduct appropriate business development, after considering individuals’ rights and interests.
  • Legal obligations: Where records or information must be retained or processed by law.
  • Consent: Where we require your permission for particular activities, such as certain marketing communications or website tracking technologies.

Where processing relies on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

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Business Marketing Communications

We may contact businesses about relevant digital marketing services where permitted under UK law. We recognise that different rules apply to limited companies, sole traders and other business structures.

Where consent is required, we will obtain it or rely on a legally applicable exception.

We will identify ourselves in marketing communications and provide a suitable way to opt out.

You have the right to object to the use of your personal information for direct marketing at any time. To stop receiving marketing communications, email hello@xcelrank.com.

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Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, security, analytics and advertising measurement. These may include:

  • Essential cookies needed for website operation.
  • Analytics tools to understand website performance.
  • Advertising or conversion-tracking technologies, where enabled.

We will provide information about the technologies in use and obtain consent where required by law.

Certain strictly necessary functions or qualifying statistical uses may be permitted without consent, subject to the applicable legal requirements.

Where required, visitors will be offered appropriate cookie choices and the ability to manage their preferences.

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Sharing Your Information

We may share relevant information with trusted service providers supporting our business, including website hosting, email, analytics, advertising, project management, invoicing and technical support services.

Authorised team members or contractors may also access information where necessary to deliver services.

We require appropriate safeguards when third parties process personal information on our behalf.

We may also disclose information where legally required.

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International Data Transfers

Some service providers, systems or authorised team members may be located outside the United Kingdom.

Where personal information is transferred internationally, we will comply with applicable UK data protection requirements and use an appropriate lawful transfer mechanism and safeguards where required.

Information about relevant safeguards can be requested using our contact details.

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Data Security and Retention

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse and disclosure.

We retain information only for as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, taking into account contractual commitments, business requirements and applicable legal obligations.

Enquiry information, client records and financial documents may be retained for different periods depending on their purpose.

Where information is no longer required, we take appropriate steps to delete or anonymise it.

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Your Privacy Rights

Under applicable UK data protection law, you may have the right to:

  • Access personal information held about you.
  • Request corrections to inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion in certain circumstances.
  • Restrict or object to particular processing activities.
  • Request data portability where applicable.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise your rights, email hello@xcelrank.com.

You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). ICO website: https://ico.org.uk

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Third-Party Websites

Our website may include links to external websites or platforms.

These websites operate independently and may have their own privacy policies and terms.

We are not responsible for the content, security or data handling practices of websites outside our control.

WEBSITE TERMS & LEGAL INFORMATION
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Use of Our Website

By using our website, you agree to use it lawfully and responsibly.

You must not attempt to gain unauthorised access, disrupt website operations, introduce harmful software or misuse website content.

We may take appropriate action to protect our website and services.

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Website Information

We aim to provide accurate, useful and up-to-date information.

However, the digital marketing industry changes regularly, including search algorithms, advertising platforms and technology.

Website information is provided for general informational purposes and may not always reflect the latest changes.

Users should assess whether published information is appropriate for their particular circumstances.

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Our Services and Performance

Xcel Rank offers digital marketing services, including search engine optimisation, Google Business Profile optimisation, paid advertising management, website development and related marketing support.

We aim to help businesses improve online visibility and create opportunities for customer enquiries.

However, we do not guarantee specific search rankings, enquiry volumes, advertising results or business revenue.

Results depend on numerous factors, including competition, market conditions, budgets, third-party platforms and business circumstances.

The exact scope, fees, responsibilities and terms of paid services will be agreed separately with each client.

Information displayed on this website does not itself constitute a service agreement.

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Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the Xcel Rank name, branding and original website content, designs, text and graphics belong to Xcel Rank Ltd or are used under appropriate licences.

These materials are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may access and share links to our website for legitimate purposes.

You must not copy, reproduce, republish or commercially exploit our original materials without permission, except where permitted by law.

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Knowledge Centre and Educational Content

Our Knowledge Centre provides general information about digital marketing, search visibility, online advertising and business growth.

The articles and resources are intended for education and information.

They are not guarantees of commercial performance or substitutes for advice tailored to individual business circumstances.

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Third-Party Services

We work with or discuss technologies and platforms such as Google, Meta, WordPress and other digital service providers.

References to third-party brands do not imply official endorsement, partnership or affiliation unless expressly stated.

Each platform operates under its own policies and terms.

We cannot control changes to third-party algorithms, systems, policies or services.

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Liability

We take reasonable care in maintaining our website and publishing information.

To the extent permitted by law, we are not responsible for losses arising solely from reliance on general website information or from external services outside our control.

Nothing on this page excludes or restricts liability where doing so would be unlawful.

Liability arising from paid client services will be governed by the relevant agreement and applicable law.

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Changes to This Page

We may update this page to reflect changes in our website, services, operating practices or legal requirements.

The latest version will be published here with its revision date.

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Governing Law

These website terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, subject to any mandatory legal rights and protections that apply.

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Contact Information

For questions about privacy, legal information or our website, contact:

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