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This was SIM free phone and when buying my previous phones from a different retailer (Argos) they never asked for any traceable info so I expected the same on this occasion.
I did find out from a work colleague that this retailer sold customer info to a broker for around 8 quid a customer - he has a friend who worked for the shop.
I toddled off to Argos paid cash, kindly declined their warranty and credit card offers. I continue to buy from Argos