Quick answer

Yes. UK Business Loans uses secure, encrypted systems and a “minimum data shared” policy. We are an introducer — not a lender or regulated financial adviser — and we only pass the information needed to match your engineering loan enquiry with the most suitable UK lenders or brokers. You can request changes, restrict sharing or have your data removed. For a fast match, Get Quote Now — Free Eligibility Check.

Why data security matters for engineering firms

Engineering and manufacturing businesses often hold commercially sensitive information: project values, equipment lists, supply contracts, intellectual property and client details. If such data is exposed or shared with unsuitable parties, it can harm bids, negotiation leverage or confidentiality agreements.

When you request finance for machinery, plant or project development, you deserve assurance that those details are handled with care and passed only to lenders or brokers who genuinely need them to assess your eligibility.

What we collect & why

We collect the minimum information required to identify suitable lenders and brokers. Typical enquiry items include:

• Contact details (name, business email, phone) — so partners can get in touch.
• Business details (company name, registration number, turnover band, years trading) — used to match lender appetite.
• Finance request (amount, purpose — e.g., machinery finance, asset finance, working capital) — matches product type and lender size.
• Optional notes and project timing — to prioritise suitable partners.
• Supporting documents (accounts, bank statements) — we only request these later and only with your explicit consent when a lender requires them to progress an application.

We only ask for what’s needed to make an accurate match. For finance requests of £10,000 and above we will match you to lenders and brokers who operate at that level.

How we keep your data secure

We apply both technical and organisational safeguards to protect your information:

Technical safeguards

• HTTPS site-wide with TLS/SSL to encrypt data in transit between your browser and our servers.
• Encryption at rest for databases and backups (industry-standard AES-level encryption).
• Role-based access controls and least-privilege access for staff and approved partners.
• Regular vulnerability scanning and periodic penetration testing to find and fix weaknesses.
• Encrypted backups, redundancy and tested disaster recovery processes.

Organisational & process controls

• Staff training on data protection, confidentiality and secure handling of enquiries.
• Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with all processors and partners that describe permitted uses, security measures and breach obligations.
• Strict policies for requesting and sharing supporting documents — sensitive files are only requested and shared with your explicit consent.
• Incident response plan with notification to affected parties in line with legal timeframes.

These measures reduce the risk of unauthorised access and make sure that when we share your details, it is safe and controlled.

Who we share with — only relevant, approved UK lenders and brokers

We are a specialist introducer: our role is to match your engineering finance need with providers who can help. “Relevant” sharing means:

• By product: we share details only with lenders/brokers who offer the finance type you requested (for example asset finance for machinery).
• By size: partners matched will have appetite for the loan amount you need (we support enquiries from £10,000 upwards).
• By sector experience: we favour partners who understand engineering and manufacturing businesses.

At the first pass we usually transmit only basic enquiry fields. Sensitive documents (detailed accounts, bank statements, IP files) are requested and shared later, and only with your explicit permission when a lender needs them to underwrite an application.

Typical matches for engineering enquiries include equipment finance specialists, asset hire purchase providers, invoice finance firms and commercial lenders experienced in manufacturing and plant financing. Learn more about specific solutions for the sector on our engineering business loans resource: engineering business loans.

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How we vet partners

We do not introduce enquiries to unvetted firms. Our partner checks include:

• Identity and credentials checks — we verify business status and contact points.
• References and track record review — past performance, complaint history and customer feedback.
• Contractual commitments — partners sign DPAs and confidentiality clauses limiting how they may use your data.
• Basic AML/KYC expectations — lenders and brokers must conduct any identity and anti-money-laundering checks required before funding.
• Ongoing monitoring — we periodically review partners to ensure continued compliance with our standards.

While we introduce you to lenders and brokers, any formal credit decision, regulated advice or credit checks are carried out by the partner you choose to progress with.

Legal basis, compliance and consumer protection

We process your data on the lawful bases of consent and legitimate interest: consent to pass your enquiry to lenders and brokers, and legitimate interest to make introductions and provide our service.

We are clear and transparent at every step: you choose whether to provide additional documents, and you can withdraw consent at any time. Any finance offers you receive are made by the lender or broker who contacts you and are their responsibility.

For full details, please read our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

Your rights & controls

You have rights under data protection law. In short you can:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request erasure (subject to legal or contractual retention requirements).
• Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances.
• Request data portability in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, contact our data protection team via the contact details on our Privacy Policy. We aim to respond to legitimate requests within one month.

Data retention, processors & international transfers

We retain enquiry records while they are active and for a reasonable period afterwards to handle disputes, compliance and audit. We use reputable third-party processors for hosting, CRM and analytics, and we have DPAs in place with each processor.

If any data is transferred outside the UK, we use appropriate safeguards (for example standard contractual clauses or transfers to jurisdictions with equivalent protections) to ensure continued protection.

Practical tips for engineering applicants

To get fast, accurate quotes:

• Be clear on what you need: loan amount, purpose (machinery, refurbishment, working capital).
• Provide equipment details (age, value, serial numbers) for asset finance.
• Have recent management accounts and bank statements ready if requested by a lender.
• Expect a lender or broker to contact you quickly after submission — usually within hours during business days.

When you’re ready, start a quick enquiry: it takes 2 minutes. Free Eligibility Check — Get Quote Now.

FAQs

Is my data kept secure and shared only with relevant UK finance partners?

Yes. We use encryption, strict access rules and data agreements so your enquiry is shared only with partners who match your request. Sensitive files are only shared with your consent.

Is my information secure and only passed to relevant UK finance partners?

Your basic enquiry details are secure and only passed to suitable providers. Any deeper document sharing happens later and only after you agree.

Is my data secure and shared solely with relevant UK finance partners?

We follow a “minimum data shared” principle: partners receive only what they need to assess whether they can help.

Who specifically will see my contact details?

Your contact details are provided to selected lenders and brokers in our network who are a reasonable match for your enquiry. We list partner categories on our Partners page.

Will submitting an enquiry affect my credit score?

No. Completing the enquiry form does not affect your credit file. Lenders may carry out credit checks only if you progress an application with them.

Can I opt out of having my data shared?

Yes — contact our data team via the Privacy Policy page and we will stop sharing your details and process any deletion requests as appropriate.

Ready to get started?

UK Business Loans connects engineering and manufacturing businesses to lenders and brokers that understand your needs. Our service is free and no-obligation. Complete our short enquiry to receive tailored responses from trusted partners.

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If you prefer to talk, call us: +44 0X0 000 0000 or visit our Privacy Policy to learn more about how we protect your data.

Important: UK Business Loans acts as an introducer and does not lend money or provide regulated financial advice. Any finance offers are provided by the lenders or brokers who contact you.