Privacy Policy

Last updated: 23 July 2026

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

Pharmacy Weight Loss Boston is a GPhC registered online pharmacy weight loss clinic based in Boston, UK. 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 Boston operates as a registered online pharmacy and weight loss clinic. As a data controller, we are responsible for deciding how your personal data is collected and used. Our GPhC registration number is 9012511, and we are fully regulated under UK pharmacy law.

2. Data We Collect

When you use our services, we may collect the following types of personal data:

• Identity data: Full name, date of birth, gender
• Contact data: Email address, phone number, postal address
• Health data: Medical history, current medications, weight, BMI, and other clinical information required to safely dispense weight loss treatments
• Payment data: Billing details processed securely through our payment provider
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected when you visit our website

Health data is classified as special category data under UK GDPR and is handled 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 safely and appropriately
• To dispense and deliver prescription and pharmacy medicines (delivery is typically 1 working day once approved by our pharmacist)
• To communicate with you regarding your orders, consultations, and ongoing care
• To comply with our legal and regulatory obligations as a GPhC registered pharmacy
• To maintain accurate patient records as required by pharmacy law
• To improve our website and service experience

Our lawful basis for processing general personal data is the performance of a contract and legitimate interests. For special category health data, we rely on the provision of healthcare and treatment as our lawful basis.

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:

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function correctly
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand website traffic and usage patterns
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices

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 your personal data. We may share your data with trusted third parties only where necessary, including:

• Delivery and logistics partners to fulfil your order
• Secure payment processors to handle transactions
• IT and website service providers who support our operations
• Regulatory bodies such as the GPhC or NHS where we have a legal obligation to do so
• Healthcare professionals involved in your care, with your knowledge

All third parties we work with are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with UK data protection law. We do not transfer your data outside the UK without appropriate safeguards in place.

6. Data Retention

We retain patient records for a minimum of eight years in line with NHS and pharmacy regulatory guidance. After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymised. Payment data is retained only for as long as required by financial regulations.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. All clinical data is stored on secure, encrypted systems accessible only to authorised team members.

8. Your 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, as well as the right to object to or restrict how we process it. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly and we will respond promptly.

9. Contact Us

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

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