Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 2nd, 2024
Commsbrief Limited understands that your privacy is important to you and that you care about how your personal data is used. We respect and value the privacy of everyone who visits this website, https://commsbrief.com, and only collect and use your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy. Any personal data we collect will only be used as permitted by law.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully and ensure that you understand it. Your acceptance of this Privacy Policy is requested as soon as you are on this website.
1. Information About Us
Our Site is owned and operated by Commsbrief Limited, a limited company registered in England under company number 10719203.
Email address: adnan.ghayas@commsbrief.com
Postal address: 71-75 Shelton Street Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9JQ.
2. What Does This Policy Cover?
This Privacy Policy applies only to your use of our Site. Our Site may contain links to other websites. Please note that we have no control over how your data is collected, stored, or used by other websites and we advise you to check the privacy policies of any such websites before providing any data to them.
3. What Is Personal Data?
Personal data is defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (EU Regulation 2016/679) (the “GDPR”) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (collectively, “the Data Protection Legislation”) as ‘any information relating to an identifiable person who can be directly or indirectly identified in particular by reference to an identifier’.
Personal data is, in simpler terms, any information about you that enables you to be identified. Personal data covers obvious information such as your name and contact details, but it also covers less obvious information such as identification numbers, electronic location data, and other online identifiers.
4. What Are My Rights?
Under the Data Protection Legislation, you have the following rights, which we will always work to uphold:
- The right to be informed about our collection and use of your personal data.
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
- The right to have your personal data rectified if inaccurate.
- The right to request deletion of your personal data.
- The right to restrict the processing of your personal data.
- The right to object to the use of your personal data for specific purposes.
- The right to withdraw consent for data processing (if applicable).
- The right to data portability.
- Rights relating to automated decision-making and profiling.
For more information about your rights, or to exercise them, please contact us using the details in Part 10. You can also obtain further information from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) or your local Citizens Advice Bureau.
5. What Personal Data Do You Collect and How?
Our Site collects certain information automatically, including your IP address, browser type, operating system version, and other non-personal data about your computer or device. When you contact us (e.g., via email), we collect your name, email address, and any other details you provide.
For the purposes of the Data Protection Legislation, we are the data controller responsible for your personal data.
The lawful basis for processing personal data is as follows:
- Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR (legitimate interests) for technical data related to the operation of our website.
- Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR (consent) for email and other communications with us.
6. How Do You Use My Personal Data?
We use your personal data to respond to your inquiries, process bookings for services, and improve our website. Data is processed securely and stored for no longer than necessary. We do not share your personal data with third parties unless required for processing or legal obligations.
7. How and Where Do You Store My Data?
We store personal data within the UK and the European Economic Area (EEA). If your data is transferred to countries outside the EEA (e.g., the US for payment processors like Stripe or Paddle), we ensure that adequate protection measures are in place, such as the EU-US Privacy Shield where applicable.
8. Do You Share My Personal Data?
We will not share your personal data with any third parties except as required by law or if we sell, transfer, or merge parts of our business. We ensure that any data transfers comply with the GDPR and other applicable laws.
9. How Can I Access My Personal Data?
You can request a copy of your personal data by contacting us directly. We aim to respond to such requests within one month. Please see Part 10 for contact details.
10. How Do I Contact You?
Email address: adnan.ghayas@commsbrief.com
Postal Address: 71-75 Shelton Street Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9JQ.
11. Marketing Emails and Communications
With your consent, we may send you promotional emails regarding our services, new content, or special offers. By providing us with your email address and subscribing to our services, you agree to receive these communications.
If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails, you can opt-out at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any of our email communications or by contacting us directly at adnan.ghayas@commsbrief.com.
12. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze anonymous data about how visitors use our website. This helps us improve site functionality and content. Google Analytics uses cookies to track your interactions with our site, including information about your browser, device, and browsing patterns.
You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
13. Cookie Policy
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze website traffic, and deliver targeted ads. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide personalized content and improve our website.
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage and block cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect your user experience on our site.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website (e.g., to enable login and ensure security).
- Performance Cookies: Collect data on how visitors use our site, including metrics from Google Analytics, to help us improve site performance and functionality.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to serve personalized ads, track ad performance, and measure marketing effectiveness. We use third-party advertising networks, such as Google AdSense, to display ads based on your interests.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookie settings through your browser. Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: [Link to instructions]
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- Safari: [Link to instructions]
- Internet Explorer: [Link to instructions]
For more information about cookies, please visit All About Cookies.
14. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, and any changes will be posted on our website with an updated “Effective Date.” We recommend that you review this page regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.