Privacy Policy
Last updated: 13 September 2026
ScottishBusiness.com respects your privacy and aims to be clear about how personal information is collected and used.
This Privacy Policy explains how information may be processed when you visit ScottishBusiness.com, contact us, or appear in information published within the ScottishBusiness.com business directory.
Who we are
ScottishBusiness.com is a Scottish business directory and news platform.
For privacy enquiries, corrections, or requests relating to personal information, contact:
For data-protection purposes, ScottishBusiness.com is responsible for the personal information it processes through this website.
Information we may collect
Depending on how you use the site, we may process:
- your name and email address when you contact us;
- information contained in correspondence you send to us;
- public business contact information used within directory listings;
- technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website activity recorded by our hosting or security systems;
- cookie and analytics information where applicable and permitted.
We do not ask visitors to provide sensitive personal information through the website unless there is a specific and legitimate reason to do so.
Business directory information
ScottishBusiness.com publishes information about businesses operating in Scotland.
Business information may come from public and authoritative sources such as official company websites, Companies House, public business records, company announcements, and information supplied directly by businesses.
Where business information also constitutes personal data, for example details relating to a sole trader or named business contact, we process it only where there is a legitimate reason connected with operating and maintaining the directory.
Businesses and individuals can request corrections or review of published information by contacting info@scottishbusiness.com.
How we use personal information
We may use personal information to:
- respond to enquiries;
- maintain and correct business listings;
- operate, secure, and improve the website;
- investigate technical or security problems;
- manage editorial enquiries and news submissions;
- meet legal or regulatory obligations.
Our lawful basis will depend on the circumstances. This may include our legitimate interests in operating ScottishBusiness.com, consent where required, or compliance with a legal obligation.
Cookies
ScottishBusiness.com may use cookies and similar technologies required for the website to function properly, maintain security, or remember user preferences.
Where we use non-essential cookies, such as certain analytics or advertising technologies, visitors should be given an appropriate choice before those cookies are set.
You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
The ICO requires websites to explain the cookies they use and generally obtain consent before setting cookies that are not strictly necessary.
Third-party services and links
ScottishBusiness.com may use or link to third-party services, such as mapping, hosting, security, analytics, or other website infrastructure.
These providers may process limited technical information where necessary to provide their services. External websites linked from ScottishBusiness.com operate under their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices.
How long we keep information
We keep personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected.
Business information may remain within the directory while the listing remains relevant. Correspondence and enquiries may be retained where needed to deal with a request, maintain an appropriate record, or meet legal obligations.
Technical and security information may be retained according to the settings and retention periods of our hosting and website-service providers.
Sharing information
We do not sell personal information.
Information may be shared with service providers where necessary to operate or secure ScottishBusiness.com, or where disclosure is required by law.
We will not use personal contact information for unrelated marketing without an appropriate lawful basis.
Your data protection rights
Depending on the circumstances, you may have rights over your personal information, including the right to:
- request access to information held about you;
- ask for inaccurate information to be corrected;
- request deletion of information in certain circumstances;
- object to or restrict certain processing;
- withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To make a request, contact info@scottishbusiness.com.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you have concerns about how your personal information has been handled.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as ScottishBusiness.com develops, particularly when new features such as business accounts, profile claims, submissions, newsletters, or additional analytics services are introduced.
The latest version will always be published on this page.