Privacy policy

Last updated 8th July 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Becky Goodall Consulting collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website, www.beckygoodall.co.uk. We’re committed to respecting and safeguarding your privacy.

Please read this Policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined here.

1. Who we are

Becky Goodall Consulting is a UK-based consultancy. If you have any questions about this policy or how we use your data, please email: becky@beckygoodall.co.uk.

2. What data we collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

Your name and contact details (e.g. email address, phone number)
Demographic details (e.g. postcode, preferences)
IP address, browser type, and device information (automatically collected)
Information you share when you contact us, fill out a form, or sign up for services
Information about how you use our website (e.g. pages visited, time spent)

3. How we collect your data

We collect your data in three main ways:

Directly from you – for example, when you fill in a contact form, send us an email, or sign up to a service or newsletter.
From automated tracking – such as cookies or analytics tools used on our website.
From third-party services – for example, if you follow us on social media or engage with us via other platforms.

4. Why we collect your data

We only collect personal data where we have a legal basis to do so. This may include:

To respond to your enquiries and provide our services
To improve our website and understand how people use it
To send occasional marketing communications (only if you’ve given consent)
To keep records for legal or accounting purposes

5. Cookies

We use cookies to make our website work better for you and to analyse how visitors use the site.

Types of cookies we may use:

Essential cookies – help our site function (e.g. security, accessibility)
Analytics cookies – track performance and help us understand usage

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, but this may affect how the website works.

You will be asked to consent to cookies the first time you visit our site.

6. Who we share your data with

We only share your data when necessary, and we never sell it. We may share your data with:

Our service providers (e.g. email platforms, website hosting providers)
Professional advisers (e.g. accountants, legal advisers)
Authorities, if required by law (e.g. HMRC or law enforcement)

All third parties we work with are required to handle your data securely and lawfully.

7. How we protect your data

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information. This includes:

Secured servers and access control
Password-protected tools and platforms
Regular backups and security checks

If you suspect misuse of your data or a potential breach, please contact becky@beckygoodall.co.uk immediately.

8. How long we keep your data

We will not keep your personal data for longer than necessary. Typically, we retain data:

While you are an active client or subscriber
For up to 6 years after your last contact (for legal or tax purposes)

Data may be stored in backups for archiving or regulatory compliance.

9. Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Access the data we hold about you
Correct inaccurate or outdated data
Delete your data (“the right to be forgotten”)
Restrict or object to how we use your data
Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing or similar uses)
Request data portability (to move your data elsewhere)

To exercise any of these rights, email: becky@beckygoodall.co.uk.

If you’re unhappy with how we’ve handled your data, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at https://ico.org.uk.

10. Links to other websites

Our website may include links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We recommend you read their privacy policies before sharing personal data.

11. Business changes

If Becky Goodall Consulting changes ownership, your data may be transferred to the new owner so that the business can continue operating. In any such case, your rights will remain protected under this Privacy Policy.

12. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in the law or our practices. We encourage you to check this page from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated clearly.