Privacy Policy
Last updated: 15/03/2025
Austral Strategy Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website australstrategy.com or use our services.
1. Who We Are
Austral Strategy Ltd is a boutique cybersecurity and GRC consultancy based in the United Kingdom. Our registered office is Cameron House, St. Johns Wood Terrace, London, England, NW8 6LR.
For any data protection concerns, please contact us at info@australstrategy.com.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following data about you:
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
When you fill out a contact form, book a consultation, or communicate with us, we may collect:
Name, Email address, Phone number (if provided), Company name, Any information you voluntarily provide
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect:
IP address, Browser type and version, Pages visited and time spent, Cookies and tracking data (see Section 5)
2.3 Third-Party Data
If you contact us via LinkedIn, Calendly, or other platforms, those services may provide us with basic contact details
3. How We Use Your Data
We process personal data for the following lawful purposes:
Providing services – To respond to your enquiries and deliver consulting services.
Improving our website – To analyse visitor trends and enhance user experience.
Marketing (with consent) – If you opt in, we may send cybersecurity updates, industry insights, or offers.
Legal compliance – To fulfil regulatory obligations under UK law.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your data to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the UK GDPR, we process your data based on:Consent – If you subscribe to updates or book a consultation.Legitimate interests – To improve services and respond to enquiries. Legal obligations – Where necessary to comply with laws.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and tracking technologies to enhance user experience.
Essential Cookies – Required for website functionality.
Analytics Cookies – Helps us track visitor behaviour (Google Analytics, etc.).
Marketing Cookies – Used for retargeting and personalised advertising (only with consent).
Managing Cookies
You can disable cookies via your browser settings. For details, see our Cookie Policy.
6. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We may share data with trusted third parties for operational purposes, including:
Hosting and IT Services (e.g., Webflow, AWS)Analytics Providers (e.g., Google Analytics)Scheduling and CRM Tools (e.g., Calendly, HubSpot)We ensure that all third parties comply with UK GDPR and only process data as instructed.
7. Data Security and Storage
We implement strict security measures to protect your data, including:
Encryption – Protecting data in transit and at rest.
Access Control – Limiting access to authorised personnel.
Regular Security Audits – Ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards.
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for legal and operational reasons.
8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access – Request a copy of your data.
Correction – Ask us to update inaccurate data.
Deletion ("Right to Be Forgotten") – Request data erasure in certain cases.
Restriction – Limit how we process your data.
Objection – Object to processing for direct marketing.
Data Portability – Request a copy in a transferable format.
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@australstrategy.com.
9. International Data Transfers
If we transfer personal data outside the UK (e.g., cloud services), we ensure it is protected under:
UK GDPR-compliant safeguards (Standard Contractual Clauses).
Adequacy decisions (if the destination country has an approved data protection framework).
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available at [yourdomain.com/privacy].
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns, contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):Austral Strategy Ltd
Email: info@australstrategy.com
Address: Cameron House, St. Johns Wood Terrace, London, England, NW8 6LR
This Privacy Policy ensures compliance with UK GDPR and best practices.
