1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Boutabuc Legal Consultancy Limited (“Boutabuc”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) trading as Boutabuc Legal Consultants respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.boutabuc.com and use our services, in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable laws.

1.2 This Policy applies to all personal data processed by Boutabuc in connection with our website, services, communications, and any other interactions.

2. DATA CONTROLLER

2.1 The data controller responsible for your personal data is Boutabuc Legal Consultancy Limited, a private limited company incorporated in England and Wales (Company No. 16357000), trading as Boutabuc Legal Consultants.

2.2 You can contact us at:
Email: privacy@boutabuc.com
 

3. PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT

3.1 We collect personal data you provide directly to us, including but not limited to:

• Contact details (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
• Professional or business information (company name, job title, industry)
• Details of enquiries or communications you send us via the Website, email, or other channels
• Payment and billing information when relevant to service provision

3.2 We may also automatically collect certain technical data about your device and usage of the Website via cookies and similar technologies, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Time zone and location data (as available)
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths

4. HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL DATA

4.1 We process your personal data for the following lawful purposes:

• To provide, administer, and manage the services and products you request
• To respond to your enquiries and communications
• To maintain and improve our Website and service offerings
• To send you marketing communications, where you have given explicit consent
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• To protect our legal rights and prevent fraud or misuse

4.2 We do not use your data for purposes incompatible with those disclosed at the time of collection.

5. LEGAL BASES FOR PROCESSING

5.1 We rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data:

• Your consent, where you have provided it (e.g., marketing communications)
• The necessity to perform or enter into a contract with you
• Compliance with legal obligations to which we are subject
• Legitimate interests pursued by Boutabuc, provided your rights and freedoms are not overridden (e.g., fraud prevention, network security, improving services)

6. DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA

6.1 We may share your personal data with trusted third parties for the purposes outlined above, including:

• Service providers who assist in website hosting, data analysis, payment processing, and communication
• Professional advisers, auditors, and legal counsel
• Regulatory or law enforcement authorities where required by law or to protect our legal rights

6.2 We ensure all third parties process your data securely and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

7. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

7.1 Your personal data may be processed or stored outside the UK, including in countries which may not have the same level of data protection laws. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data remains protected in accordance with this Policy and legal requirements.

8. DATA SECURITY

8.1 We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.

8.2 Access to personal data is restricted to authorised personnel and third parties who require it for legitimate business purposes.

9. DATA RETENTION

9.1 We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal, regulatory, tax, and accounting requirements.

9.2 When data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymise it.

10. YOUR RIGHTS

10.1 Subject to applicable law, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:

• The right to access and receive a copy of your personal data
• The right to request correction or rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data
• The right to request deletion or erasure of your personal data, subject to legal obligations
• The right to restrict or object to processing in certain circumstances
• The right to data portability, where applicable
• The right to withdraw consent at any time (without affecting processing before withdrawal)
• The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) or relevant supervisory authority

10.2 To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@boutabuc.com. We will respond promptly within the timescales required by law.

11. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

11.1 Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyse website traffic, and provide personalised content.

11.2 You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or via any cookie consent tool presented on the Website.

11.3 For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

12. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

12.1 Our services and Website are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

13.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or technology.

13.2 We will notify users of significant changes by posting a prominent notice on the Website or by direct communication.

13.3 Your continued use of the Website following updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

14. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Boutabuc Legal Consultancy Limited
Email: privacy@boutabuc.com