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Effective Date: 01 January 2023
Latest update: 8th July 2024

Last updated: July 8, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Kiki Bhaur Brand Strategy & Consulting ("we," "our," "us," or "Kiki Bhaur"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and care. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website (www.kikibhaur.co), engage our services, attend our workshops or events, or interact with us in any way.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:a) Personal Information:

  • Name, email address, phone number
  • Business name and job title
  • Billing and payment information
  • Social media handles and profiles

b) Business Information:

  • Details about your business, industry, and brand
  • Strategic goals and challenges
  • Market positioning and competitor information
  • Information related to building positive impact brands

c) Technical Data:

  • IP address, browser type, and version
  • Device information and operating system
  • Website usage data and analytics
  • Cookies and similar technologies data

d) Communication Data:

  • Emails, messages, and other correspondence with us
  • Feedback and survey responses
  • Comments and interactions on our social media platforms

e) Event and Workshop Data:

  • Attendance information
  • Preferences and dietary requirements
  • Feedback and participation data

f) Download Data:

  • Information collected when you download resources, including our resume

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

  • Direct interactions (e.g., consultations, workshops, emails)
  • Our website and online forms
  • Third-party services (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers, social media platforms)
  • Public sources (e.g., social media profiles, company websites)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our consulting services
  • Communicate with you about our services and events
  • Process payments and maintain financial records
  • Analyze and improve our website and marketing efforts
  • Conduct research to enhance our strategies for building positive impact brands
  • Customize and personalize your experience with our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect our rights and prevent fraud

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers who assist in our business operations (e.g., Mailchimp for email marketing, Stripe for payment processing)
  • Social media platforms when you interact with our content on those platforms
  • Legal and regulatory authorities when required by law
  • Professional advisors (e.g., lawyers, accountants)
  • Potential buyers or investors in the event of a business transition

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information
  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities
  • Data portability (where applicable)
  • Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
  • Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These include:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Advertising cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

9. Third-Party Links and Social Media

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Our privacy policy does not apply to these third-party websites. We maintain profiles on various social media platforms. Your interactions with these platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. International Data Transfers

As we operate internationally, your information may be transferred and processed in countries other than your own, including the United Kingdom and other countries where we conduct business. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

12. Retention of Personal Information

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

14. Specific Services and Features

a) Workshops and Events: When you register for our workshops or events, we collect additional information such as dietary requirements and emergency contact details. This information is used solely for the purpose of organizing and conducting the event and will be deleted within a reasonable time after the event concludes.

b) Material Downloads: When you download our materials from our website, we may collect your email address. This information is used to track the interest in our services and may be used for follow-up communications.

c) Positive Impact Brands: In line with our mission to build positive impact brands, we may use aggregated and anonymized data to conduct research and develop strategies that promote sustainable and socially responsible business practices.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: Email: ciao@kikibhaur.co

Kiki Bhaur Brand Strategy & Consulting

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. This privacy policy is intended to be as comprehensive as possible based on the available information about Kiki Bhaur's business. However, it's crucial to have this document reviewed by a legal professional to ensure it complies with all applicable laws and regulations, particularly given the international nature of the business and the applicability of GDPR.