Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01.07.2025
Company: Foundese Advisory Ltd
Website: www.foundese.com

1. Introduction

Foundese Advisory Ltd ("Foundese", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Who We Are

Foundese Advisory Ltd is a company incorporated in England and Wales (Company Number: 15626839) offering advisory services to regulated fintech businesses, including licensing support and strategic consultancy.

For the purposes of data protection law, we are the "data controller" of the personal data you provide.

3. What Information We Collect

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

* Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, job title, company name.
* Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and site usage data (collected via cookies).
* Correspondence: Any information you send to us via contact forms, email, or other communication tools.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 16.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

* Respond to your inquiries and provide information about our services.
* Maintain the functionality and security of our website.
* Analyse website traffic and improve user experience.
* Comply with legal obligations.We do not sell or rent your data to third parties.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:

* Consent: When you voluntarily provide data via forms.
* Contract: When necessary to provide services you request.
* Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws or regulations.
* Legitimate Interests: To operate and improve our website and services.

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

7. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

* Technology providers who support our website and IT systems.
* Legal, regulatory, or law enforcement authorities where required.
* Trusted partners under confidentiality agreements for service delivery purposes only.

We do not transfer your data outside the UK/EEA unless appropriate safeguards are in place.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, regulatory, tax, or accounting requirements.

9. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

* Access your personal data
* Request correction of inaccurate data
* Request erasure ("right to be forgotten")
* Object to or restrict processing
* Request data portability
* Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@foundese.com.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk

10. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. Please notify us immediately if you suspect any breach.

11. Changes to This Policy
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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Contact
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If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Foundese Advisory Ltd
hello@foundese.com
20 Wenlock Road, N1 7GU, London, UK