1. Introduction
Dave Horton Consulting (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy & Cookies Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data when you visit www.davehortonconsulting.com (the “Website”), in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Information We Collect
a) Information you provide voluntarily
We may collect personal information when you contact us or request information, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Company name
- Any information you choose to include in messages or forms
b) Information collected automatically
When you use the Website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address (anonymised where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Device and operating system information
- Pages visited and time spent on the Website
- Referring website or traffic source
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide consulting services
- Communicate with you regarding your request
- Improve the Website and user experience
- Monitor and analyse Website usage
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell or trade your personal data.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent – when you submit a contact form or accept cookies
- Legitimate interests – to operate, secure, and improve the Website
- Legal obligation – where required to comply with UK law
5. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to understand how visitors use our Website.
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Approximate location (city/region)
- Device and browser information
This data is aggregated and used solely to analyse Website performance and improve our services.
We have configured Google Analytics to:
- Anonymise IP addresses where available
- Not collect personally identifiable information
Google may process this data outside the UK. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:
- Declining analytics cookies via the cookie banner
- Using browser settings or privacy tools to block cookies
6. Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies – required for the Website to function correctly
- Analytics cookies – used by Google Analytics to help us understand Website usage
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time through your browser settings. Blocking some cookies may impact Website functionality.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. While we take reasonable steps to secure your data, no online system is completely secure.
9. Your Rights (UK GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to or restrict processing
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.
10. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookies Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
12. Contact Details
If you have any questions about this Privacy & Cookies Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Dave Horton Consulting
Email: info@davehortonconsulting.com
Website: https://davehortonconsulting.com