Last updated: October 2025
SkiptheSearch.co.uk (“we”, “us”, “our”) is operated by sole trader Fernando Kuhn, registered in the United Kingdom at Market Street, RG12 1BL, Bracknell, United Kingdom.
We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable laws.
1. Who we are
SkiptheSearch.co.uk is an independent online matching service that helps users find and compare trusted UK immigration law firms. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice.
2. Information we collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Contact details – name, phone number, email address.
- Case information – brief details about your immigration needs or enquiry.
- Technical data – IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and analytics data.
- Marketing preferences – your consent to receive our newsletter or promotional content.
3. How we collect your data
We collect data when you:
- Fill in our online forms or use our matching service.
- Subscribe to marketing communications.
- Interact with our website (through cookies and analytics tools).
4. How we use your data
Your data is used for:
- Matching you with up to three verified UK immigration law firms based on your enquiry.
- Allowing those law firms to contact you directly to discuss your case.
- Improving our website and services (via analytics and advertising performance tracking).
- Sending relevant updates, offers, or newsletters (only if you’ve opted in).
5. Lawful basis for processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent – when you provide your details and agree to be contacted by our partner law firms or to receive marketing.
- Legitimate interest – to operate and improve our matching service and website performance.
- Legal obligation – where we must comply with applicable laws and regulations.
6. How we share your data
We only share your personal information with:
- Partner immigration UK law firms (up to three) relevant to your enquiry.
- Trusted service providers who help us run our website and marketing, including:
- Zoho CRM (customer relationship management)
- HeyFlow (form and website builder)
- Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta Ads, and TikTok Ads (analytics and advertising)
We do not sell, rent, or share your data with any other third parties.
7. Data retention
We keep your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations, typically for 12 months after your enquiry, unless you request deletion earlier.
8. International data transfers
Some of our service providers (e.g., Google, Meta, Zoho) may store data outside the UK. When this happens, we ensure adequate protection through standard contractual clauses or equivalent safeguards in line with UK GDPR.
9. Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Object to or restrict processing.
To exercise your rights, please email contact@skipthesearch.co.uk.
10. Security
We take data protection seriously. Your information is securely stored, transmitted using encrypted connections (HTTPS), and only accessible to authorised personnel.
11. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyse traffic, and support marketing. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.
13. Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact: contact@skipthesearch.co.uk
