Privacy Policy
UK Slimming Club Ltd
Last updated: October 25
1. Our Commitment to Protecting Your Data
UK Slimming Club Ltd (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your
privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data in
line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR),
the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications
Regulations 2003 (PECR).
2. About Us
We are UK Slimming Club Ltd, registered in England and Wales Company number –
16270638
Our registered office is at Unit 7, Oaks Business Park, Oaks Lane, Barnsley, S71 1HT
We act as the Data Controller for the personal data we process.
If you have any concerns, you may contact:
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
� info@ukslimmingclub.co.uk
�� Unit 7, Oaks Business Park, Oaks Lane, Barnsley, S71 1HT
You also have the right to contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at
https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/.
3. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of data:
– Personal Data: name, email, phone number, date of birth, postal address.
– Health Data (Special Category Data): weight, BMI, medical history, dietary information,
lifestyle habits, responses to health questionnaires.
– Technical Data: IP address, browser type, cookies, device information, app usage.
– Transaction Data: payment details, order history.
– Marketing & Communication Preferences.
We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18.
4. How We Collect Your Data
– Directly from you: when you register, attend meetings, fill in forms, complete
questionnaires, contact us.
– Automatically: through our website, app, or cookies.
– From third parties: such as healthcare providers, payment processors, or referral partners
(with your consent).
5. Our Lawful Bases for Processing
We rely on the following legal grounds:
– Contract: to provide membership services, manage accounts, and deliver products.
– Consent: for marketing communications and processing health data.
– Legal Obligation: to comply with law (e.g., accounting rules, healthcare regulations).
– Legitimate Interests: to improve services, prevent fraud, ensure IT security, and maintain
member engagement.
– Provision of Healthcare: where services involve weight management, dietary or health
support provided by qualified staff.
6. How We Use Your Data
We process your personal data for purposes such as:
– Registering you as a member and managing your account.
– Providing slimming club services, health coaching, and support.
– Processing payments and orders.
– Sending service updates, reminders, and appointment notifications.
– Marketing products and services (with your consent or under soft opt-in).
– Improving our website, app, and member experience.
– Meeting legal and regulatory obligations.
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. These may include:
– Essential Cookies – to enable core functionality.
– Performance Cookies – to analyse website usage.
– Functionality Cookies – to remember preferences.
– Marketing Cookies – to deliver relevant offers.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. For details, see our Cookie Policy.
8. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
– Service providers (IT, payment, delivery, marketing).
– Healthcare professionals working with us (with your consent).
– Regulators and legal authorities (where required).
– Affiliates or business partners (with safeguards).
– In connection with business transfers (e.g., merger, acquisition).
We will never sell your personal data.
9. International Transfers
If we transfer your personal data outside the UK, we ensure it is protected through:
– Adequacy regulations (approved countries).
– Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
– Other appropriate safeguards.
10. Retention of Your Data
We keep your personal data only as long as necessary:
– Membership records – for the duration of membership + 6 years.
– Health data – for as long as you consent and use our services.
– Financial data – as required by HMRC (usually 6 years).
11. Your Rights
You have rights under UK data protection law, including:
– Access to your data.
– Correction of inaccurate data.
– Erasure (“right to be forgotten”).
– Restriction of processing.
– Data portability.
– Objection to processing (including marketing).
– Withdrawal of consent (where applicable).
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@ukslimmingclub.co.uk.
12. Data Security
We use appropriate technical, organisational, and physical safeguards to protect your data.
While no system is completely secure, we take all reasonable steps to minimise risks of loss,
misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on our website, and significant changes will be
communicated to members.
Last updated: October 25