Privacy Policy

Last updated: 22 July 2026

Pharmacy Weight Loss Dewsbury | GPhC Registration No. 9012511 | Last Updated: July 2026

Pharmacy Weight Loss Dewsbury is a GPhC registered online pharmacy weight loss clinic. We are committed to protecting your personal data and handling it responsibly in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Who We Are

Pharmacy Weight Loss Dewsbury is the data controller responsible for your personal information. We are registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC No. 9012511) and operate as an online pharmacy serving patients in Dewsbury and surrounding areas. Any questions regarding this policy can be directed to us using the contact details provided at the end of this document.

2. Data We Collect

To provide safe and effective pharmacy services, we may collect the following categories of personal data:

Identity data: Full name, date of birth, and gender
Contact data: Home address, email address, and telephone number
Health data: Medical history, current medications, weight, BMI, and other clinical information relevant to your weight loss treatment
Transaction data: Payment and order information
Technical data: IP address, browser type, and website usage information collected via cookies

Health data is classified as special category data under UK GDPR and is processed with the highest level of care and security.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

To assess your suitability for weight loss treatments through our pharmacist consultation process
To dispense and deliver prescribed medications safely — orders are dispatched within 1 working day of pharmacist approval
To maintain accurate and complete patient records as required by pharmacy regulations
To communicate with you regarding your treatment, orders, or account
To comply with our legal and regulatory obligations as a GPhC registered pharmacy
To improve our services and website experience

Our lawful bases for processing include the performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations, protection of vital interests, and, for special category health data, the provision of healthcare services.

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. We use the following types:

Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function correctly
Analytical cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site so we can improve it
Functional cookies: Remember your preferences for a better experience

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

5. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your personal data to any third party. We may share your information in limited circumstances with:

Delivery partners responsible for dispatching your medication
Payment processors to handle secure transactions
Healthcare professionals where clinically necessary for your care
Regulatory bodies such as the GPhC where legally required
IT and software providers who support our systems, bound by strict data processing agreements

All third parties we work with are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with UK GDPR.

6. Data Retention and Security

We retain patient records for a minimum of eight years in accordance with NHS and pharmacy guidance. Financial records are retained for six years. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights in relation to your personal data, including the right to access, correct, restrict, or request deletion of your information where applicable. You also have the right to object to certain types of processing and to request data portability. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly. We aim to acknowledge and respond to all data-related requests within 48 hours.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data or this privacy policy, please contact us:

Pharmacy Weight Loss Dewsbury
Phone: (+44) 116 4646009
Email: info@pharmacyweightloss.co.uk

We aim to respond to all data-related enquiries within 48 hours.