Last updated: November 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Phastech Ltd, trading as LinksGuard (“we”, “our”, “us”), collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit www.linksguard.co.uk (“the Website”) or contact us directly.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
Phastech Ltd (trading as LinksGuard)
Registered in England & Wales, Company Number: 16826565
Registered Office: International House, 307 Cotton Exchange, Old Hall Street, Liverpool, L3 9LQ, United Kingdom
Email: hello@linksguard.co.uk
We provide cybersecurity, consultancy, and IT support services to golf clubs and related organisations across the UK.
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
Information you provide directly:
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Name, email address, phone number, and any details submitted via our contact forms or email.
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Information provided when you book a meeting or request a quote.
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Communication records (e.g., emails, messages, or notes from meetings).
Information collected automatically:
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IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring website.
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Usage data through analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand visitor behaviour and improve our website.
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Cookies and similar technologies (see section 8 below).
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless you provide it voluntarily and with consent.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
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Respond to your enquiries or requests.
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Provide our cybersecurity and IT services.
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Improve the Website’s performance and user experience.
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Send updates or marketing communications (only with your consent).
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Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
4. Lawful Bases for Processing
We process your data under the following lawful bases:
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Consent — where you have given permission (e.g., newsletter signup).
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Contract — to take steps at your request before entering into an agreement.
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Legitimate interests — to improve our services and protect against cyber threats.
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Legal obligation — to comply with UK laws and regulations.
5. How We Store and Protect Your Data
We take data protection seriously.
All personal data is stored securely on UK or EEA-based servers with appropriate technical and organisational safeguards, including encryption and access controls.
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated or as required by law.
6. Sharing Your Data
We may share your information with:
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Service providers who support our operations (e.g., hosting, email, analytics).
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Professional advisers, regulators, or legal authorities if required by law.
We never sell your data to third parties.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access a copy of your personal data.
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Request correction or deletion of your data.
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Object to processing or withdraw consent.
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk
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To exercise your rights, email us at hello@linksguard.co.uk.
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Improve functionality and performance of the Website.
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Analyse site traffic via Google Analytics.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy, available on this Website.
9. External Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised “last updated” date.
We encourage you to review it regularly.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
📧 hello@linksguard.co.uk
📍 Phastech Ltd (trading as LinksGuard)
International House, 307 Cotton Exchange, Old Hall Street, Liverpool, L3 9LQ, United Kingdom