Privacy Policy

Last updated: 06 Aug 2026

Welcome to BizTechWire (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “BizTechWire”), accessible at biztechwire.co.uk. Your privacy is important to us, and this Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

BizTechWire is a UK-based tech and business publication. For the purposes of data protection law, BizTechWire is the “data controller” of the personal information we collect through this website.

Contact details: Email: admin@biztechwire.co.uk Website: biztechwire.co.uk

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Information You Provide Directly

  • Name and email address (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter, submitting a contact form, or commenting)
  • Any other information you voluntarily submit through forms on our site

b) Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5)

c) Information from Third Parties

  • Data from analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Data from advertising networks, if applicable
  • Social media interactions, if you engage with our content via social platforms

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Deliver and improve our website content and user experience
  • Send newsletters or updates you’ve subscribed to
  • Respond to enquiries or comments
  • Analyse website traffic and usage patterns
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Serve relevant advertising, where applicable

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases to process your data:

  • Consent — for newsletter sign-ups, cookies, and marketing communications
  • Legitimate interests — for website analytics, security, and improving our services
  • Legal obligation — where we are required to retain or disclose data by law

You may withdraw consent at any time where consent is the legal basis for processing.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

BizTechWire uses cookies and similar technologies to improve site functionality and analyse traffic. Cookies may include:

  • Essential cookies — required for basic site functionality
  • Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising cookies — used to deliver relevant ads, if applicable

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

  • Service providers who help us operate our website (e.g., hosting providers, email marketing platforms, analytics services)
  • Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect our legal rights
  • Business transfers, in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

All third parties are required to respect the security of your data and treat it in accordance with the law.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Newsletter subscriber data, for example, is retained until you unsubscribe.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Object to or restrict processing of your data
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@biztechwire.co.uk.

9. Data Security

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

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

11. Children’s Privacy

BizTechWire is not directed at individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

12. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the UK (e.g., to service providers based abroad), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, in compliance with UK GDPR requirements.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Email: admin@biztechwire.co.uk Website: biztechwire.co.uk