Who we are
Aureco Consulting (Pty) Ltd (“we”, “our”, “us”) is a provider of information security, privacy, and compliance services. We are committed to protecting your personal data and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the EU GDPR, and other applicable data protection laws.
What Data We Collect
We collect and process the following types of personal data:
| Data Type | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Information | Name, email address, phone number | To respond to enquiries, send quotes |
| Company Details | Business name, size, industry | To tailor service proposals |
| CVs / Job Data (if any) | Uploaded CVs or submissions | For candidate profile evaluation |
| Website Usage Data | IP address, browser type, visit duration | For website analytics and improvement |
How We Collect Data
- Directly via forms you submit on our website
- Through emails or other communication
- Via cookies and analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
Legal Bases for Processing
We process your data on the following lawful bases:
Legal Obligation – where required by law
Consent – where you have given clear permission
Contract – to take steps before entering a contract or to fulfil one
Legitimate Interest – to run and improve our business
How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
Improve the website and our offerings
Respond to enquiries
Prepare and send proposals or quotes
Provide and manage our services
Communicate relevant updates or service information
Who we share your data with
We do not sell or rent your data. We may share data with:
- Trusted third-party service providers (e.g. cloud hosting, email platforms)
- Professional advisers (e.g. legal or accounting services)
- Authorities, if legally required
All third-party processors are bound by data protection obligations.
How long we retain your data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
Website analytics: typically anonymised and retained for up to 24 months
Enquiry data: up to 12 months unless a service relationship is formed
Client data: up to 7 years after the end of our engagement
What rights you have over your data
You have the right to:
- Access the data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise any rights, contact us at info@aureco-consulting.com.
International Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
Contact
If you have questions about this policy or your data, contact:
Data Protection Contact
Aureco Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Email: info@aureco-consulting.com
Updates
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.