Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 24 2025

1. Introduction

Chargeforwards Limited (“Chargeforwards”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at www.chargeforwards.com, use our secure portal at portal.chargeforwards.com, access our API services, or engage with our chargeback alert, dispute resolution, and fraud prevention services.

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information we process as both a data controller and data processor in connection with our services.

2. Who We Are

Data Controller: Chargeforwards Limited

Company Registration: 15446179

Registered Address: 82 James Carter Road, Mildenhall, Suffolk, United Kingdom, IP28 7DE

Website: www.chargeforwards.com

Email: support@chargeforwards.com

Data Protection Contact: For all data protection enquiries, please contact us at support@chargeforwards.com

You have the right to make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection issues, at any time. However, we would appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns in the first instance.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information Collected Directly from You

3.2 Information We Process on Behalf of Clients

3.3 Information Collected Automatically

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We process personal information under the following legal bases:

4.1 As Data Controller

4.2 As Data Processor

When processing customer data on behalf of merchant clients, we rely on the instructions and legal bases established by our clients as data controllers.

5. How We Use Your Information

5.1 Website Visitors

5.2 Portal and API Users

5.3 Client Customer Data

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 Third-Party Service Providers

6.2 Legal Requirements

6.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to appropriate data protection safeguards.

6.4 With Your Consent

We may share information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

7. International Data Transfers

We may transfer personal information to countries outside the UK and European Economic Area (EEA). When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

8.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and understand how our website is used.

8.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and security Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage and performance Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with consent)

8.3 Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include cookies from third-party services such as:

8.4 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. For more information about managing cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org.

9. Data Retention

9.1 General Principles

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

9.2 Specific Retention Periods

9.3 Secure Deletion

When retention periods expire, we securely delete or anonymise personal information using industry-standard methods.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, including:

11. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the following rights:

11.1 Right of Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

11.2 Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

11.3 Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.

11.4 Right to Restrict Processing

Request that we limit how we use your personal information.

11.5 Right to Data Portability

Request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

11.6 Right to Object

Object to our use of your personal information for direct marketing or legitimate interests.

11.7 Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making

Request human review of automated decisions that significantly affect you.

11.8 Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

11.9 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@chargeforwards.com. We will respond to your request within one month, though this may be extended in complex cases.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are designed for businesses and are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

13. Marketing Communications

13.1 Consent and Opt-In

We will only send marketing communications to individuals who have given explicit consent or where we have a legitimate interest (for existing clients regarding similar services).

13.2 Unsubscribing

14. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plugins, and services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these external sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

14.1 Specific Third-Party Services

Google Services: Our website uses Google Analytics, Google Fonts, and may embed YouTube content. These services are governed by Google’s Privacy Policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy

Font Awesome: We use Font Awesome for icons, governed by their privacy policy at https://fontawesome.com/privacy

15. Data Processing for Clients

5.1 Our Role as Data Processor

15.2 Data Processing Agreements

Our data processing arrangements with clients are governed by separate Data Processing Agreements that form part of our service contracts.

16. Contact Information

16.1 Data Protection Enquiries

Email: support@chargeforwards.com

Website: www.chargeforwards.com

Post: Chargeforwards Limited, 82 James Carter Road, Mildenhall, Suffolk, United Kingdom, IP28 7DE

16.2 General Enquiries

For general questions about our services, please use the contact information provided on our website.

16.3 Supervisory Authority

If you are not satisfied with our response to any data protection concern, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office:

Website: www.ico.org.uk

Phone: 0303 123 1113

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

18. Compliance and Governance

We regularly review our data protection practices and this Privacy Policy to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices.