Important: The Licence Plate is a private, independent third-party service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the DVLA, GOV.UK or any UK government body. You can apply directly and free of any service fee at gov.uk. Our service fee is charged in addition to any official DVLA fees.

The Licence Plate

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 14 May 2026

1. Who we are

The Licence Plate ("we", "us") is an independent private support service that helps individuals and businesses prepare UK number plate and vehicle registration applications. We are not affiliated with the DVLA, GOV.UK or any UK government department.

2. Information we collect

We collect information you submit through our contact form: full name, email address, optional telephone number, application type, and the content of your message. We may also collect basic technical data (IP address, browser type) for security and analytics.

3. How we use your information

Your information is used solely to respond to your enquiry and to provide the support service you requested. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Legal basis (UK GDPR)

We process your data on the basis of your consent (when you submit the contact form) and our legitimate interest in operating and improving the service.

5. Data retention

We retain enquiry data for up to 24 months from the last contact, after which it is deleted unless we are legally required to retain it longer.

6. Your rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, correct, delete, or request a copy of your personal data, and to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). To exercise these rights contact start@thelicenceplate.co.uk.

7. Cookies

This website uses only essential cookies required for the site to function. We do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies without your consent.

8. Contact

For any privacy-related questions email start@thelicenceplate.co.uk.