Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how Melon Tax Advisors (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and safeguards your personal data when you use our website or services, in compliance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are
Melon Tax Advisors is a UK-registered Chartered Tax Advisory firm offering personal and business tax services. We are the data controller for the information you provide.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

• Contact details (name, email, phone number)

• Financial and tax information (for service delivery)

• Website interactions (e.g. cookies, usage data)

• Any other data you provide via forms or correspondence

3. How We Use Your Data

• To provide tax services and communicate with you

• Comply with legal obligations (e.g. HMRC reporting)

• Send you service updates or marketing (with your consent)

• Improve our website and customer experience

4. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following lawful bases:

• Contractual necessity (providing tax services)

• Legal obligation (reporting and compliance)

• Legitimate interests (service improvement and marketing)

5. Sharing Your Data
We may share data with:

• HMRC or regulatory bodies (as required)

• Service providers (e.g., IT or billing partners) under strict confidentiality

• Legal or professional advisors

6. Your Rights
You have the right to:

• Access or correct your data

• Request deletion or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent for marketing

• Lodge a complaint with the ICO if needed

7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary per legal, regulatory, or business needs.

8. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data.

9. Changes to This Policy
We’ll update this page when our policies change. The “Last Updated” date will be amended accordingly.

10. Contact Us
For enquiries or to exercise your data rights, email: info@melontax.co.uk.