Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 12 January 2026
Version: 1.0
Controller: Nice Name Publishing

1. Controller Information

Nice Name Publishing is the data controller for the personal data processed through this website.

Contact Details:

• Website: https://www.continuityid.com
• For privacy-related inquiries, please use our contact information available on the website

2. What We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you interact with our website, we may collect:

• Contact information when you reach out to us
• Feedback or comments you provide
• Any information you voluntarily submit

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• Analytics Data: Page views, session duration, referral sources, device type, browser information
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring website
• Usage Data: How you navigate through our site, which pages you visit, time spent on pages

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Understand website usage through Google Analytics
• Remember your consent preferences
• Improve website functionality and user experience

3. Purposes and Legal Basis

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

4. Consent and Cookie Management

4.1 Your Consent Rights

• We seek your explicit consent for analytics tracking
• You can withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal
• Withdrawing consent does not affect our ability to process data on other legal bases

4.2 Manage Your Consent

You can manage your cookie and analytics preferences at any time:

4.3 Cookie Types

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality (always active)
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand website usage (requires consent)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your consent choices (essential for functionality)

5. Data Sharing and Recipients

5.1 Third-Party Services

We share data with the following third-party processors:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics (subject to your consent)
• Microsoft Azure: For website hosting and infrastructure

5.2 Legal Disclosures

We may disclose your personal data if required to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Respond to lawful requests from public authorities

6. International Transfers

Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK/EEA:

• United States: Microsoft Azure and Google Analytics operate globally with appropriate safeguards
• Safeguards: We ensure adequate protection through Standard Contractual Clauses and adequacy decisions
• Your Rights: You can request information about safeguards and obtain copies of relevant documents

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data for the following periods:

• Analytics Data: 26 months (Google Analytics default, configurable)
• Consent Records: 3 years from last interaction
• Contact Inquiries: 2 years or until resolved
• Technical Logs: 12 months for security purposes

Data is automatically deleted after retention periods unless legal obligations require longer storage.

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

8.1 Access and Portability

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format

8.2 Correction and Erasure

• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)

8.3 Processing Restrictions

• Restriction: Limit how we process your data in certain circumstances
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Automated Decision-Making: We do not use automated decision-making or profiling

8.4 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided above. We will respond within one month of receiving your request.

9. Complaints and Supervisory Authority

9.1 Complaints Process

If you're concerned about how we handle your personal data:

1. Contact us directly using the information above
2. We will investigate and respond within 30 days
3. If unsatisfied, you can escalate to the ICO

9.2 ICO Contact Information

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

• Website: https://ico.org.uk
• Telephone: 0303 123 1113
• Address: Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF

10. Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 16, please contact us immediately for removal.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:

• Encryption: Data in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Limited access on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: Security patches and monitoring
• Azure Security: Microsoft Azure's enterprise-grade security infrastructure

12. Changes to This Policy

12.1 Updates

We may update this privacy policy to reflect:

• Changes in law or regulation
• Updates to our data processing activities
• Improvements to our privacy practices

12.2 Notification

• Minor Changes: Updated effective date on this page
• Material Changes: Prominent notice on website and/or direct notification
• Historical Versions: Available upon request

13. Contact Information

For questions about this privacy policy or our data processing:

• Website: https://www.continuityid.com
• Subject Line: "Privacy Policy Inquiry - ContinuityID"
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 5 business days

Legal Disclaimer: This privacy policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For specific privacy law questions, consult qualified legal counsel.

Last Updated: 12 January 2026
Policy Version: 1.0
Next Review: July 2026