Who we are
Our website address is: https://neutralconsultants.com.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymised string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Who we share your data with
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognise and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website, we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where your data is sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices or your personal data, you may contact us at:
Privacy Officer
Name: Michael Hogarth
Email: michael.hogarth@neutralconsultants.com
Phone: 07869262765
Mailing Address: 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ.
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), and we are required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO), their contact details are listed above.
Additional Information
How We Protect Your Data
We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement a range of measures to ensure its protection, including:
- Technical Measures: Data encryption (SSL/TLS), secure server infrastructure, and regular vulnerability assessments.
- Organisational Measures: Access controls, role-based permissions, and regular staff training on data protection and privacy.
- Procedural Measures: Regular audits, data minimisation practices, and secure data disposal protocols.
We have also conducted a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) to evaluate and mitigate risks associated with our data processing activities.
What Data Breach Procedures We Have in Place
In the event of a data breach, we have established the following procedures:
- Immediate internal reporting and escalation protocols.
- Notification to affected users and relevant authorities within the timeframes required by applicable laws.
- Investigation and remediation processes to prevent future breaches.
- Optional participation in a bug bounty program to encourage responsible disclosure of vulnerabilities.
What Third Parties We Receive Data From
We may receive user data from the following third parties:
- Advertising Networks: For marketing and analytics purposes.
- Social Media Platforms: When users interact with our content or log in via social media.
- Payment Processors: To confirm transactions and prevent fraud.
All third-party data is processed in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.
What Automated Decision Making and/or Profiling We Do With User Data
We may use automated decision-making and profiling in the following scenarios:
- Personalised Advertising: Based on user behaviour and preferences.
- Creditworthiness Assessment: For users applying for financial services.
- Content Recommendations: Tailored suggestions based on user activity.
Users have the right to request human intervention, express their point of view, and contest decisions made solely by automated means.
Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements
As a member of ICO, we comply with the following regulatory requirements:
- GDPR
- Regular audits and compliance checks.
- Mandatory reporting and documentation obligations.
For more information about our compliance with industry-specific regulations, please contact our Data Protection Officer.