This Privacy Policy explains how Frantz Gregory & Co collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal data when you interact with us via our website https://www.frantzgregory.co.uk or otherwise contact us.

If you engage us for services, a separate agreement may govern how we process your data. That agreement will take priority over this Privacy Policy where applicable.

What We Collect and How

We collect personal data:
– Directly from you: e.g. when you fill in a form, email us, or speak to us.
– Automatically via our website: e.g. through cookies and analytics tools.
– From third parties: e.g. service providers, legal directories, or publicly available sources (e.g. Companies House).

Personal data we may collect includes:
– Name, job title, and company
– Contact details (email, phone, address)
– Financial information (e.g. payment details)
– Background or ID information (as part of client onboarding or legal requirements)
– Any additional data you provide to us voluntarily

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless strictly necessary and with your explicit consent or legal basis.

Why We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes and only when we have a lawful basis:

You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us directly.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to understand website usage and enhance the user experience. The primary tool used is Google Analytics, which collects anonymous information about:
– Pages visited
– Time spent on the site
– Your IP address (anonymised)

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. More info: www.allaboutcookies.org

Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We only share your information when necessary, including:
– Service providers (e.g. IT, hosting, or analytics support) under binding confidentiality agreements
– Regulators, law enforcement, or courts, where legally required
– Third parties involved in your legal matter, where relevant and with appropriate safeguards

Where we rely on third-party tools, your data may be handled in line with their privacy standards, which are GDPR-compliant.

International Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we will ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards, such as:
– Transfers to countries deemed to provide adequate protection
– Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the UK or EU
– Your explicit consent (where required)

Your Rights

Under data protection laws (including UK GDPR), you have rights including:
– Access to your data
– Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
– Erasure (“right to be forgotten”) in certain cases
– Restriction of processing
– Objection to processing (including marketing)
– Data portability
– Withdraw consent
– Complain to the UK ICO: www.ico.org.uk

Some rights may not apply in specific legal contexts (e.g. where data is subject to legal privilege).

Data Retention & Security

We only keep your data for as long as necessary for our legitimate purposes or legal requirements. Retention periods depend on:
– The nature of the relationship (e.g. client vs. inquiry)
– Legal or regulatory obligations (e.g. financial record-keeping)

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not aimed at children under 16. If you are under 16, please obtain parental consent before submitting any personal information.

Links to Other Sites

This policy applies only to our website. We are not responsible for privacy practices of other websites you may link to. Always read the privacy policies of external sites.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the law or our practices. We will not always notify you individually please review this page regularly for updates.

Contact Us

For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact:

Email: fran@frantzgregory.co.uk
Address: 23 Albion Street Hull HU1 3TG