PRIVACY POLICY
C7 Security Ltd

1. INTRODUCTION

C7 Security Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data when you use our website or engage with our services.

2. DATA CONTROLLER

C7 Security Ltd is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

Contact Email: [carmine@c7security.co.uk]

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

* Name
* Email address
* Company name
* Contact details provided via forms or email
* Any information you voluntarily provide when contacting us

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless required for service delivery.

4. HOW WE COLLECT DATA

We collect data through:

* Website contact forms
* Direct email communication
* Client onboarding processes

5. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA

We use your personal data to:

* Respond to enquiries
* Provide cybersecurity services
* Communicate regarding engagements
* Improve our services

We do not sell or share your personal data for marketing purposes.

6. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

* Legitimate Interests – responding to enquiries and providing services
* Contractual Necessity – performing agreed services
* Legal Obligation – where required by law

7. DATA SHARING

We do not share personal data with third parties except:

* Where required by law
* Where necessary to provide services (e.g. secure email providers)

All third parties are required to handle data securely.

8. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

* Client engagement data: up to 30 days after completion (unless legally required otherwise)
* General enquiries: only as long as needed to respond

9. DATA SECURITY

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

* Secure storage of data
* Restricted access
* Minimisation of data collection

10. YOUR RIGHTS

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

* Access your personal data
* Request correction of inaccurate data
* Request deletion of your data
* Object to processing
* Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email above.

11. COOKIES

Our website may use basic cookies necessary for functionality.

We do not use tracking or marketing cookies without consent.

12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

14. CONTACT

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

C7 Security Ltd
Email: [carmine@c7security.co.uk]