Privacy Policy

Last updated: 22 July 2026

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

We are committed to protecting your personal data and handling it responsibly. This policy explains how Pharmacy Weight Loss Skipton collects, uses, and protects your information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Pharmacy Weight Loss Skipton is a GPhC registered online pharmacy weight loss clinic (GPhC No. 9012511) serving patients in Skipton and across the UK. As a regulated pharmacy, we act as the Data Controller for all personal information you provide to us.

2. Data We Collect

To provide safe and effective pharmacy services, we may collect the following information:

Personal details: Full name, date of birth, address, email address, and telephone number
Health information: Medical history, current medications, weight, BMI, and other health data relevant to your weight loss treatment
Payment details: Billing information processed securely through our payment provider
Technical data: IP address, browser type, and website usage information collected via cookies
Communication records: Records of correspondence, consultations, and prescription history

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal and health data for the following purposes:

To assess your suitability for weight loss treatments through our pharmacist-led consultation process
To dispense and deliver your medication safely â€” orders are typically delivered within 1 working day of pharmacist approval
To maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records as required by pharmacy regulations
To communicate with you regarding your treatment, orders, and any follow-up care
To comply with our legal and regulatory obligations as a GPhC registered pharmacy
To process payments securely for the services and products you purchase

Our lawful basis for processing health data is Article 9(2)(h) of the UK GDPR, which permits processing for the provision of healthcare and treatment by regulated professionals.

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and help us understand how visitors use our site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

We use the following types of cookies:

Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function correctly and cannot be disabled
Analytics cookies: Help us understand website traffic and user behaviour so we can improve our services
Functional cookies: Remember your preferences to enhance your experience

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

5. Sharing Your Data with Third Parties

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

Healthcare providers: We may share relevant clinical information with your GP or other healthcare professionals where this is necessary for your safety or continuity of care
Delivery partners: Necessary delivery details are shared with our courier service to fulfil your order
Payment processors: Secure payment platforms process your billing information on our behalf
Regulatory bodies: We may be required to share information with the GPhC or other authorities to meet our legal obligations

All third parties we work with are required to handle your data securely and in accordance with UK data protection law.

6. Data Retention

We retain patient records for a minimum of eight years in line with NHS and pharmacy regulatory guidance. Health records for children are retained until the patient reaches the age of 25. After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Data Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights in relation to your personal data, including the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your information. You may also request that we restrict or stop processing your data in certain circumstances. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly and we will respond promptly.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us. We aim to respond to all data-related enquiries within 48 hours.

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