Privacy Policy
Last updated: 7 May 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Minted Tenders (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our website and services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Please read this policy alongside our Terms of Service and Cookie Policy.
1. Who we are
Minted Tenders is operated as a sole trader by Paurav, trading as Minted Tenders (a product of Minted Union).
Data controller: Minted Tenders, 21A Glancynon Terrace, Aberdare, CF45 4TF, United Kingdom. Email: minted@byteofhumor.com
2. What data we collect
Information you give us:
- Account details — your name, email address, and password (stored encrypted; we never see it in plain text)
- Business profile — company name, industries, certifications, regions, and typical contract values
- Communications — messages you send via email or contact forms
- Payment information — processed by Stripe; we do not store your full card details
Information we collect automatically:
- Usage data — searches you run, notices you view, and links you click
- Technical data — IP address, browser type, device information, and approximate location
- Cookies — see our Cookie Policy
3. How we use your data
| Purpose | Lawful basis |
|---|---|
| Provide and operate your account | Performance of a contract |
| Match you to relevant tenders and send alerts | Performance of a contract |
| Process subscription payments | Performance of a contract |
| Respond to enquiries and provide support | Legitimate interests |
| Improve our service and develop new features | Legitimate interests |
| Send service updates and important notices | Legitimate interests / legal obligation |
| Send marketing communications (where opted in) | Consent |
| Detect and prevent fraud and abuse | Legitimate interests / legal obligation |
| Comply with legal and regulatory obligations | Legal obligation |
4. Who we share your data with
We do not sell your personal data. We share it only with trusted service providers:
| Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Supabase | Secure database and authentication hosting |
| Stripe | Payment processing |
| Resend | Sending transactional and alert emails |
| Cloudflare | Website hosting, security, and analytics |
| Optional sign-in (if you choose to use it) | |
| Anthropic | AI processing of public tender content for summaries (no personal data sent) |
5. International transfers
Some service providers are based outside the UK, including in the United States. Where we transfer your personal data internationally, we ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards such as the UK International Data Transfer Agreement or Standard Contractual Clauses.
6. How long we keep your data
- Account data — for as long as your account is active, plus a reasonable period afterwards
- Billing records — at least 6 years, to comply with UK tax law
- Support communications — up to 2 years after last contact
- Marketing data — until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
7. Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erase your data in certain circumstances
- Restrict or object to our processing
- Data portability — receive your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, email us at minted@byteofhumor.com. We will respond within one month. If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
8. Data security
We use encryption in transit and at rest, secure authentication, access controls, and reputable infrastructure providers. No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Children
Minted Tenders is a business service not intended for anyone under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
10. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be notified to you by email.
11. Contact
Minted Tenders21A Glancynon Terrace, Aberdare, CF45 4TF, United Kingdom
minted@byteofhumor.com