Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FIGTREE CONSULTANCY LIMITED ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage our services.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

2.1 Personal Information

• Name and job title
• Contact information (email address, phone number)
• Company name and address
• Billing and payment information

2.2 Business Information

• Information about your business operations
• Financial information shared during advisory services
• Strategic plans and business objectives

2.3 Technical Information

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage our consultancy services
• To communicate with you about your engagement
• To process payments and invoices
• To improve our website and services
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• To send marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Contract: Processing necessary to fulfil our contract with you
• Legitimate Interests: Improving our services and business operations
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., for marketing)

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

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

• Professional advisors (accountants, lawyers) when necessary
• Service providers who assist in our operations (e.g., IT services)
• Regulatory authorities when required by law

All third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Typically, client data is retained for 7 years after the end of the engagement.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another controller
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies to ensure proper functionality. We do not use tracking or analytical cookies without your consent. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

FIGTREE CONSULTANCY LIMITED
Data Protection Officer
The White House, Mill Road
Goring, Reading, England, RG8 9DD
Email: figtreeconsultancys@outlook.com
Phone: 07872443009

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.