Privacy, Cookies & Advertising Policy
Last updated: 14/14/2025
This Privacy, Cookies & Advertising Policy explains how motester.co.uk (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our website www.motester.co.uk (the “Website”).
We are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
MOTESTER.CO.UK is an online information and news website serving the UK MOT testing and vehicle inspection industry.
If you have any questions about this Policy or how your data is used, please contact us at:
enquiries@motester.co.uk
2. Information We Collect
We collect and process the following types of information:
(a) Information You Provide Directly
- When you contact us via email or our contact form (e.g. your name, email address, and message content).
- When you subscribe to our email newsletter or updates.
- When you submit comments, feedback, or article contributions.
(b) Information Collected Automatically
- Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring website.
- Pages viewed, time spent on site, and general website usage data (via analytics tools such as Google Analytics).
(c) Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking tools to:
- Improve website functionality and performance.
- Understand how visitors use our site.
- Display personalised advertising through Google AdSense and affiliate partners.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal data to:
- Respond to enquiries and messages.
- Send newsletters and updates (if you have opted in).
- Improve our content and user experience.
- Monitor website traffic and engagement.
- Display relevant advertising and measure campaign performance.
- Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to any third party.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent – for newsletter subscriptions or cookie consent.
- Legitimate interests – for analytics, website maintenance, and advertising operations.
- Legal obligation – where required by law or regulation.
5. Cookies Policy
(a) What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our content.
(b) Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies – necessary for core functionality (e.g. navigation, security).
- Performance cookies – used to analyse traffic and improve website performance (e.g. Google Analytics).
- Advertising cookies – used to deliver relevant ads and track campaign performance (e.g. Google AdSense, affiliate networks).
(c) Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
You can also use the cookie consent banner on our Website to update your preferences at any time.
More information about managing cookies is available at:
👉 www.aboutcookies.org
6. Advertising and Affiliate Disclosure
Our Website is supported by display advertising and affiliate partnerships.
- We may earn a commission if you click on or make a purchase through an affiliate link.
- Sponsored or paid content will always be clearly identified as such.
- We do not endorse any product or service purely for commercial gain; opinions and recommendations are our own or those of our contributors.
- Advertising partners (including Google AdSense) may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visit to this or other websites.
7. How We Store and Protect Your Data
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
Personal data is only retained for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy.
8. Sharing Your Information
We may share your data with:
- Service providers (such as website hosting, analytics, and email platforms) who assist in operating the Website.
- Advertising partners, where necessary for serving or measuring ads.
- Regulatory or legal authorities, if required by law.
All third-party processors handle data in compliance with UK data protection laws.
9. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Object to or restrict processing.
- Withdraw consent (e.g. for marketing or cookies).
- File a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
www.ico.org.uk
To exercise your rights, contact us at enquiries@motester.co.uk.
10. Links to Other Websites
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is intended for adults and industry professionals. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under the age of 16.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page, with the “Last updated” date amended accordingly.
13. Contact Us
For any questions or requests related to this Privacy, Cookies & Advertising Policy, please contact: enquiries@motester.co.uk
