We respect your privacy.
This policy explains how we handle your personal data under the UK GDPR, the EU GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. In short: we pass your details to one matched mover so they can quote for your move, and to nobody else.
Last updated: 30 August 2026
- ICO registration number: ZB022743
- Trading name: International Removals Companies of DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD, company number 07425576
- Registered office: DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD, 60 Bournville Avenue, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6LR, United Kingdom
- Contact: admin@internationalremovalscompanies.co.uk
1. Who we are
International Removals Companies is the trading name of DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD, company number 07425576. We are the data controller for this website, www.internationalremovalscompanies.co.uk.
Registered office
DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD
60 Bournville Avenue
Chatham, Kent ME4 6LR
United Kingdom
Trading office
Norman House, Saint Saviours Estate
Abbey Street
London SE1 3DH
United Kingdom
Contact email: admin@internationalremovalscompanies.co.uk
2. What personal data we collect
- Identity data such as name and title
- Contact data such as email, phone and address
- Relocation data such as origin, destination, volume and move type
- Payment data handled by secure providers. We do not store full card details
- Technical data such as IP, device and browser
- Usage data such as pages visited and time on site
- Marketing preferences such as newsletter choices
We collect data when you fill in forms, contact us, subscribe to updates or use our site. We also use cookies and analytics. We may receive data from trusted partners when you have given consent.
3. How we use your data
- To give you quotes and provide services you request
- To contact you about your enquiry or booking
- To pass your details to one matched moving company so they can prepare a quote and deliver the service
4. Sharing and partners
We are an enquiry matching service, not a comparison site. We pass your details to one accredited international removals company so they can contact you with a quote for your route. We do not send your details to multiple companies and we do not sell your personal data.
We share with BAR Overseas, FIDI FAIM and IAM accredited movers, choosing the one suited to your route and needs.
5. Lawful bases for processing
- Contract to provide quotes and services you ask for, including sharing with the matched mover
- Consent for marketing and optional cookies
- Legitimate interests to run our business, prevent fraud and improve our services
- Legal obligation to meet UK and EU laws
6. Cookies and tracking
We use cookies to make the site work, to measure performance and to support remarketing. You can manage cookies in your browser at any time. Some features may not work without cookies.
- Essential cookies for core site functions
- Analytics cookies for traffic and performance
- Advertising cookies for ads and remarketing
7. International transfers, UK and EU
We serve customers in the United Kingdom and the European Union. Where your move involves a destination outside the UK, the matched mover may be based overseas, so your details may be sent to that country. If data is sent between the EU and the UK, or to other countries, we use safeguards.
- Adequacy decisions where available
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Technical and organisational security controls
8. How we keep data safe
- SSL encryption on our website
- Secure servers and access controls
- Regular updates, monitoring and staff training
9. How long we keep data
- Quote requests kept for 12 to 24 months
10. Your rights under UK GDPR and EU GDPR
- Access your data
- Correct your data
- Delete your data, the right to be forgotten
- Limit how we use your data
- Object to processing, including marketing
- Get a copy of your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time
To use your rights, email admin@internationalremovalscompanies.co.uk.
11. Complaints
If you have a concern, please contact us first. You also have the right to complain to a data protection authority.
United Kingdom
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
ico.org.uk
Telephone 0303 123 1113
European Union
Contact your local Data Protection Authority. Details are listed on the European Data Protection Board website.
12. Updates to this policy
We may change this policy to keep it accurate and compliant. We will post the latest version on this page. Please check the date at the top.
Need help with your data or a copy of your information
Email us and we will come back to you.
Contact our data team