When you use ObjectNow to generate and submit an objection letter, we collect certain categories of data to enable the functionality of the system and ensure legal compliance. ObjectNow does not retain personal data beyond the immediate purpose of submission, except where required for lawful obligations, security monitoring, or campaign group analysis.

1.1 Collected Data (Encytped in a manner where we can't see it)

Title and Full Name: Used to personalise the objection letter.
Postal Address: Required for formal submission to relevant authorities.
Email Address: Used to facilitate submission and confirm delivery.
Personal Comments: If provided, integrated into the generated objection letter.

1.2 Data Retained for Campaign Analysis

Postcode: Used anonymously by the campaign group to assess geographic engagement and outreach effectiveness. No personal identifiers are attached.

1.3 Data Retained for Legal and Security Obligations

IP Address: Stored to detect fraudulent or unauthorised activity and to comply with law enforcement requests, if required.
Browser Type: Collected for compatibility monitoring, fraud detection, and system security analysis.

ObjectNow applies a strict data minimisation policy. All personal data—excluding IP address and browser type—is permanently deleted immediately after your objection letter is submitted.

2.1 Retention of Technical Data

IP Address & Browser Type: Retained only as long as necessary to meet legal obligations and detect or prevent fraudulent use of the platform.

2.2 Retention of Anonymous Data

Postcode: Retained indefinitely in an anonymised format for campaign group analysis. This data is non-identifying and cannot be linked back to individuals.

ObjectNow processes personal data in accordance with Article 6 of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), based on the following lawful bases:

Legitimate Interest: To facilitate the generation and submission of objection letters in support of democratic participation.
Legal Obligation: To retain IP and browser information where required by law or for lawful investigations.
Consent: By using ObjectNow, you consent to the processing of your data as outlined in this policy.

ObjectNow implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, in line with UK GDPR requirements. These measures include:

• Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS
• Automatic deletion of temporary personal data after use
• Firewall protection and continuous server security monitoring
• Restricted access to campaign data by authorised personnel only

ObjectNow is committed to safeguarding your privacy. We do not use cookies, local storage, or any device-based tracking technologies. We do not collect behavioural data or deliver targeted advertisements. Your visit to ObjectNow is private and unmonitored, with no persistent data stored on your device.

Under the UK GDPR, you are entitled to the following rights:

Right to Access: You may request details of any personal data processed prior to submission.
Right to Erasure: As all identifiable data is automatically deleted upon submission, no further action is usually necessary.
Right to Object: You may choose not to use ObjectNow if you do not wish to share the necessary information for objection letter generation.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights or raise a concern, please contact us using the details provided below.

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact our Compliance Team:

Email: compliance@objectnow.co.uk
Registered in: Scotland

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been processed unlawfully or without sufficient transparency.

By using ObjectNow, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted the terms of this Privacy Policy. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any updates, which will be indicated by the date displayed at the top of this page.