Introduction

kriegindis is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who interact with our services. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide directly to us when you:

• Submit consultation inquiry forms through our website
• Engage our environmental consulting services
• Correspond with us via email or other communication channels
• Participate in surveys or provide feedback

The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Name and contact details (email address, postal address)
• Organization name and role
• Project or inquiry details you provide
• Any other information you choose to share with us

How We Use Your Information

We process personal information for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide requested information about our services
• To deliver environmental consulting services you have engaged us to perform
• To communicate with you regarding ongoing projects or service-related matters
• To fulfill our contractual obligations and enforce our legal rights
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

The legal basis for processing your personal data is typically:

• Performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures at your request
• Our legitimate business interests in providing effective consulting services
• Compliance with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

• Service providers who assist with business operations, subject to confidentiality agreements
• Professional advisors such as legal counsel or auditors when necessary
• Regulatory authorities or law enforcement when required by law

Any third-party service providers who process data on our behalf are contractually required to protect personal information and use it only for specified purposes.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When determining retention periods, we consider:

• The nature and sensitivity of the information
• Contractual obligations and ongoing client relationships
• Legal retention requirements applicable to environmental consulting
• Our legitimate business interests

When personal information is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention schedule.

Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have rights including:

• The right to access personal information we hold about you
• The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• The right to request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances
• The right to object to or restrict certain types of processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided on our contact page. We will respond to requests within the timeframes required by law.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure storage systems with access controls
• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Staff training on data protection obligations

While we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain appropriate safeguards.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any material changes will be communicated through our website. The date of the most recent update appears at the top of this policy.

Contact Information

For questions about this privacy policy or how we handle personal information, please contact us at the address provided on our contact page.