Privacy Policy

Contact Details

Stonebridge Consulting Limited

12 The Crescent

Glasgow G3 7SL

Scotland, United Kingdom

Email: info@domain.com

Telephone: +44 141 332 8954

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Stonebridge, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you contact us or use our services, we may collect:

• Name and contact details (email address, phone number, postal address)
• Business information (company name, role, business sector)
• Communication preferences
• Any information you provide in contact forms, emails, or during consultations

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookie data (see our Cookie Policy for details)

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific purposes
• Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfil our services to you
• Legal obligation: When required by law
• Legitimate interests: When necessary for our business operations, provided your rights are not affected

How We Use Your Information

Providing Services

We use your personal information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide consulting services
• Communicate with you about our services
• Process and fulfil service agreements
• Maintain records of our business relationship

Website Improvement

We use analytics data to:

• Understand how visitors use our website
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Analyse trends and visitor behaviour
• Test new features and content

Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may:

• Send you information about our services and updates
• Provide relevant business insights and resources
• Invite you to events or webinars

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our emails.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our business (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority
• Professional Advisors: Accountants, lawyers, or other professional advisors when necessary

How We Protect Your Data

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data:

• Secure servers with encryption protocols
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Employee training on data protection
• Secure backup and disaster recovery procedures

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Client data: For the duration of our relationship plus 7 years (as required by UK accounting regulations)
• Inquiry data: For 2 years from last contact
• Marketing data: Until you withdraw consent or 3 years from last engagement
• Website analytics: Anonymised after 26 months

Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will:

• Notify the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) within 72 hours
• Inform affected individuals without undue delay
• Take immediate steps to contain and remedy the breach

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:

Your Rights and Opt-Out Instructions

You are not required to provide any personal information when using this website. If you prefer not to share your data, you may:

• Avoid filling out contact forms, account registrations, or any data-submitting features
• Disable cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy for more details)
• Contact us directly to request the deletion of any previously shared personal data

We respect your privacy choices. If you would like us to delete your data, please reach out to us at the contact details provided above. We will process your request promptly in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Additional Information

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

International Transfers

Your personal data is primarily stored and processed in the United Kingdom. If we need to transfer data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK data protection law.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, please contact us first so we can try to resolve the issue. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner's Office

Wycliffe House, Water Lane

Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF

Telephone: 0303 123 1113

Website: ico.org.uk