At Global Consulting Network, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
- Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number, and business-related information when you contact us, subscribe to our services, or fill out forms.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data through cookies or similar technologies.
- Business Data: Information related to services you request, such as consulting queries, partnerships, or project engagements.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:
- To respond to your enquiries and provide the services you request.
- To send you relevant business updates, newsletters, and marketing information (only if you opt-in).
- To enhance the functionality and user experience of our website.
- To manage our business operations and deliver personalised services.
- To comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent: When you voluntarily provide us with your data (e.g., subscribing to updates).
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfil our obligations in providing services you request.
- Legitimate Interests: For improving our services, website experience, and business operations.
- Legal Compliance: To meet legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Third-party companies who support our website, communication tools, or business functions (e.g., IT services, email providers).
- Legal and Regulatory Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights or the rights of others.
- Affiliated Businesses: To provide additional services or business collaborations related to consulting projects.
5. Data Retention
We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal requirements. Once no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymise your data.
6. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Access: The right to request a copy of your personal data.
- Rectification: The right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: The right to request deletion of your data, subject to certain conditions.
- Objection: The right to object to processing of your data for specific purposes (e.g., direct marketing).
- Restriction: The right to limit how we process your data.
- Data Portability: The right to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us directly using the details below.
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies collect data such as your preferences, website usage, and interactions with our content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the most recent revision will be reflected at the top of the policy.
11. Contact
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact.