Effective date: 30 October 2025
Last updated: 30 October 2025

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1. Who We Are

ASC Consulting (“we”, “our”, or “us”) provides IT consultancy services to business clients.
Our contact details are:
Email: alistair@asc-consulting.co.uk
Website: https://asc-consulting.co.uk

We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of any personal or client data we may handle during the course of our work.

2. Information We Collect

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ASC Consulting does not actively collect personal data through this website except for minimal contact information provided by clients or potential clients who contact us directly (such as name, email address, and phone number).

In the course of providing consultancy services, we may have privileged or remote access to client systems or data. This access is strictly limited to fulfilling contractual obligations and is governed by confidentiality agreements.

 

3. How We Use Information

We use the limited personal and business information we receive only to:

• Communicate with clients and prospective clients

• Provide agreed consultancy services

• Manage our professional relationships

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not use personal data for marketing purposes, nor do we sell or share it with third parties for their own use.

 

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard any data accessed or processed during consultancy engagements.
Access to client systems is always controlled, logged, and limited to authorised personnel.

 

5. Data Retention

Client-related data is retained only for as long as necessary to deliver our services and meet any legal or contractual obligations.
Once data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Sharing of Data

We do not share client or personal data with third parties except:

• Where required by law or regulation

• Where necessary for professional or legal advice (e.g. accountants, insurers)

• With the explicit consent of the client

 

7. Your Rights

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Object to processing or request restrictions

• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

For any such requests, please contact us at alistair@asc-consulting.co.uk.

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8. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use basic cookies or analytics tools to improve functionality and performance. These do not identify individual users. Visitors can control cookie settings through their browser.

 

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be available on our website.

 

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Alistair Cossins (ASC Consulting)
Email: alistair@asc-consulting.co.uk