Legal & Compliance

Safety and Security Policy

Verification, fraud prevention, and security measures to protect you on CommercialUK.

Contents

  • Our Commitment
  • Verification
  • Staying Safe Online
  • Recognising Fraud
  • Security Measures
  • User Responsibilities
  • Reporting Fraud
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Legal Compliance
  • Notes
  • 01

    Our Commitment

    CommercialUK is committed to providing a safe, secure, and trustworthy environment for investors, businesses, property owners, and agents using our platform. This policy explains how we protect users, prevent fraud, and maintain the integrity of our commercial property marketplace.

    About CommercialUK

    CommercialUK is not a commercial estate agency. Instead, we provide a digital platform where registered property professionals, agents, owners, and investors can list, search, and promote commercial properties across the UK.
    We are committed to protecting your personal information and property data
    Ensuring that only legitimate property professionals, agents, and owners can advertise on our platform
    Reducing the risk of fraud and malicious activity for all users

    02

    Verification of Agents and Owners

    All agents and property owners who advertise commercial properties on CommercialUK are required to:

    Provide accurate business and contact information
    Be registered with a UK approved redress scheme or professional regulatory body where applicable
    Complete platform verification and due diligence checks before listings go live

    These steps help maintain a trustworthy marketplace for investors and businesses.

    03

    Staying Safe Online

    CommercialUK takes online safety seriously. Users should be aware that, despite our best efforts, fraudulent activity can occur. To protect yourself:

    We will never ask you for

    Passwords or login credentials
    Sensitive personal documents such as passports, bank details, or credit cards
    Payments for platform access, property listings, or "exclusive" investment opportunities outside our official platform

    Tips to stay secure

    Always verify that the person or company you are communicating with is a registered agent or property owner listed on CommercialUK
    Do not click on suspicious links or attachments in emails, messages, or texts
    Only communicate through official CommercialUK channels when discussing property enquiries or investment opportunities

    04

    Recognising and Avoiding Fraud

    Fraudsters may attempt to:

    Advertise properties using fake or misleading information
    Request upfront payments, personal details, or account credentials
    Impersonate CommercialUK or registered agents

    How to identify potential scams

    Check that the property listing is on the official CommercialUK platform
    Verify that the agent or property owner has completed our verification process
    Be cautious of unsolicited emails, social media messages, calls, or SMS claiming to be CommercialUK
    If you suspect fraudulent activity, do not provide personal information or make payments
    Report any suspicious activity immediately to fraud@commercialuk.co.uk
    Report suspicious activity to fraud@commercialuk.co.uk.

    05

    Security Measures

    CommercialUK implements robust technical and operational measures to safeguard your data and the platform:

    Encrypted connections for all user data
    Secure servers and restricted access to sensitive information
    Regular monitoring of listings and communications for fraudulent or malicious activity
    Internal procedures to quickly respond to suspected breaches or misuse

    06

    User Responsibilities

    Users of CommercialUK are expected to:

    Provide accurate, truthful, and lawful information when listing properties
    Keep account credentials secure and confidential
    Report any suspicious activity, scams, or security breaches promptly
    Conduct independent due diligence before making investment or leasing decisions

    07

    Reporting Fraud

    If you believe you have encountered a scam or fraudulent listing, please contact our team immediately:

    Email: fraud@commercialuk.co.uk

    Include: a description of the activity, links to listings, and any communications received.

    08

    Continuous Improvement

    CommercialUK is committed to continuous monitoring and enhancement of our safety measures. We regularly:

    Update verification and anti fraud processes
    Train staff on detecting and preventing scams
    Review platform security and data protection protocols

    09

    Legal Compliance

    CommercialUK operates in accordance with UK law and relevant regulations regarding:

    Data protection and privacy (GDPR and UK Data Protection Act 2018)
    Anti fraud and anti money laundering legislation
    Online safety and e commerce regulations

    10

    Notes

    NOTES

    Only verified agents and owners may advertise commercial properties
    Users should never provide sensitive information or make payments outside official channels
    CommercialUK monitors the platform to detect fraud and protect all users
    Suspicious activity should be reported immediately