This page gives important information about our website and information we might collect about you. This website is run by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO).
Do you collect information about me?
If you are just browsing we don’t collect any information about you.
If you register for an account we will collect some information about you. For example, you might tell us your:
- Name, email address, location and school when you register for a username or account.
- Other personal information if you send us a help request.
We only collect information you tell us.
Why do you collect information about me?
We collect information about you to create your user account.
We also use your information to tell you about services we think you will like. If you don’t want to hear about these services, please make sure you don’t tick the box where we ask for your permission. Also if you later decide you don’t want to hear from us you can ask us to stop contacting you.
Do you share my information with anyone?
No, we don’t give your information to anyone else. The only time we would is if you tell us we can.
Questions and complaints
If you have any questions or complaints please contact the Data Protection Officer at [email protected]
If you have any complaints about the way we handle your information you can also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office. They have the power to investigate us and make sure we follow the law. Go to ico.org.uk for more information.