At WebGT, we believe in transparency, trust, and protecting the data of every person who visits our website. As a digital growth agency that builds high-converting websites and lead generation systems, we understand how important data privacy is for businesses and their customers.
This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website or interact with our services.
It also explains how cookies are used to improve your browsing experience and help us understand how our website performs.
Who We Are
WebGT is a UK-based web design and digital growth agency that specialises in:
- High-converting websites
- Lead generation systems
- Website design and development
- Growth-focused websites for businesses
Our mission is simple:
“Websites That Turn Visitors Into Leads.”
To achieve this, we sometimes collect limited information from visitors so we can improve our website, respond to enquiries, and provide a better experience.
Information We Collect
When you interact with the WebGT website, we may collect certain types of information.
1. Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us, request a consultation, or fill in a form, you may provide information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Company name
- Website URL
- Any message or information you submit
This information helps us respond to enquiries and provide relevant advice about websites, lead generation systems, or digital growth strategies.
2. Technical and Usage Information
When you browse our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referral source (how you found our site)
This information helps us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve usability and performance.
3. Analytics Data
Like most modern websites, we use analytics tools to understand visitor behaviour and website performance.
This data is anonymised wherever possible and used for insights such as:
- Which pages attract the most visitors
- How users navigate the site
- Which content generates the most engagement
- Where visitors drop off
These insights allow us to improve user experience and build better growth-focused websites.
How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used responsibly and only for legitimate purposes.
These include:
Responding to enquiries
If you contact WebGT, we use your information to respond to your request, answer questions, or provide relevant information about our services.
Improving website performance
Understanding how visitors interact with our website helps us improve design, navigation, and user experience.
Delivering relevant content
We analyse visitor behaviour to understand which content is useful and where improvements are needed.
Business communication
In some cases, we may follow up regarding services you expressed interest in, such as website development or lead generation systems.
We never sell personal data to third parties.
Legal Basis for Processing Data
Under UK data protection law, we must have a lawful basis for processing personal data.
The legal bases we rely on include:
Legitimate Interest
We collect certain technical and analytics data to improve our website and better understand visitor behaviour.
Consent
If cookies are used for analytics or marketing purposes, you will be asked for consent via a cookie banner.
Contractual Necessity
If you contact us about services or request a proposal, we may process your information in order to provide those services.
How We Store and Protect Data
We take data security seriously.
Measures we use to protect personal information include:
- Secure hosting environments
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
- Limited internal access to sensitive data
- Regular software and security updates
While no system is completely immune from risk, we follow industry best practices to ensure your information remains protected.
How Long We Keep Your Data
We only keep personal data for as long as necessary.
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the reason it was collected.
For example:
- Contact enquiries may be stored for a reasonable period to maintain communication history.
- Analytics data may be stored for website performance tracking.
When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
Your Data Protection Rights
Under UK data protection regulations, individuals have several rights regarding their personal data.
These rights may include:
The Right to Access
You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
The Right to Rectification
If information we hold is inaccurate or incomplete, you can ask us to correct it.
The Right to Erasure
You may request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances.
The Right to Restrict Processing
You may request limits on how your data is used.
The Right to Object
You may object to the processing of your personal data in certain cases.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy.
Cookie Policy
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help websites function correctly and provide insights into how users interact with the site.
WebGT uses cookies to improve user experience and understand website performance.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
They may enable features such as:
- Page navigation
- Security features
- Form submissions
Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work correctly.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.
They may track information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources
- Visitor behaviour
This data helps us improve site performance and usability.
Performance Cookies
Performance cookies help us measure how well the website performs and identify areas that need improvement.
They help us answer questions like:
- Which pages load slowly
- Which content users engage with most
- Where visitors leave the site
These insights help us build better growth-focused websites.
Managing Cookies
When you first visit the WebGT website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner.
This allows you to:
- Accept cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise cookie preferences
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to:
- Delete cookies
- Block certain cookies
- Disable cookies entirely
However, disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the website function.
Third-Party Services
Some tools or services used on the WebGT website may involve trusted third-party providers.
Examples may include:
- Analytics platforms
- Website performance tools
- Form submission services
These providers may process certain data on our behalf but are required to follow strict data protection standards.
External Links
Our website may contain links to other websites.
If you follow a link to another website, please note that their privacy policies may differ from ours.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- Legal requirements
- Website functionality
- Data processing practices
Any updates will be published on this page with the latest revision date.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy and Cookie Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us.
WebGT
Email: contact@webgt.co.uk
Website: www.webgt.co.uk
Final Thoughts
Trust is a key part of building successful online businesses.
At WebGT, we not only build websites that turn visitors into leads, but we also ensure that those websites respect privacy, follow data protection best practices, and provide a transparent experience for users.
Protecting user data isn’t just a legal requirement — it’s part of building a professional, trustworthy brand online.
