Last updated: October 2025
1. Introduction
Ford Creative Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website www.fordcreative.co.uk or engage with us for our services.
We are registered in England and Wales under company number 11562123 with our registered office at:
Unit 7.06 Deco Building, Paintworks, Bristol, BS4 3EH.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following information:
a. Information you provide directly:
Your name, email address, phone number, and any other contact details when you fill out forms or contact us.
Details about your business or project when enquiring about our services.
Any information you provide when applying for a role or submitting a CV.
b. Information we collect automatically:
Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data (via cookies or analytics tools).
c. Information from third parties:
We may receive information from service providers, social media platforms, or analytics tools we use to improve our services.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
Respond to your enquiries and provide our creative services.
Manage and deliver design projects and client communications.
Improve our website and services.
Send occasional updates or marketing emails (only if you’ve opted in).
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
We will never sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under one or more of the following legal bases:
Contractual necessity – to deliver services you’ve requested
Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our business.
Consent – where you’ve agreed to receive marketing communications.
Legal obligation – to comply with UK law.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take your data security seriously.
All personal data is stored securely on password-protected systems and cloud services that comply with UK GDPR standards.
We limit access to your data to employees and trusted partners who need it to perform their duties.
6. Data Retention
We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected — typically:
Client project files: up to 6 years for reference or legal requirements.
Enquiries: up to 12 months.
Job applications: up to 6 months unless you agree otherwise.
After this period, data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.
Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
Object to or restrict processing in certain situations.
Withdraw consent to marketing communications at any time.
You can exercise your rights by emailing us at hello@fordcreative.co.uk.
8. Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to track website usage and improve performance.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to other websites.
Please note that we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy occasionally to reflect legal or operational changes. The latest version will always be available on this page.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Ford Creative Ltd
Unit 7.06 Deco Building, Paintworks, Bristol, BS4 3EH
hello@fordcreative.co.uk