Privacy Policy

At Chikara Intelligence ltd, we believe in responsible use, storage, and presentation of third-party information. We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Who We Are

Chikara Intelligence ltd is a provider of people intelligence and business insights services. We operate under the company name "Chikara Intelligence ltd" For the purposes of GDPR, we are the "Data Controller" of your personal information.

What Personal Data We Collect
  • Contact information: name, email address, phone number.
  • Professional information: job title, company name, public professional profiles.
  • Usage data: how you interact with our platform, including pages visited and actions taken.
  • Cookies and tracking technologies: device information, IP address, browser type, and preferences.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided with consent.

How We Collect Personal Data
  • When you provide it directly to us by registering, subscribing, or contacting us.
  • When collecting from publicly available sources, such as official filings (e.g., RNS, SEC), company websites, and press releases.
  • Through automated technologies such as cookies and analytics tools.
Why We Collect and Use Your Data
  • Provide and improve our services.
  • Send you relevant information and updates.
  • Personalize your experience on our platform.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Ensure the security and integrity of our services.

Please note: The professional profiles we store and process are based on legitimate interest, allowing us to provide business intelligence and executive insights while balancing the rights and freedoms of the individuals concerned.

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
  • Consent: where you have given explicit consent.
  • Contractual necessity: to perform obligations under a contract.
  • Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Legitimate interests: such as improving our services, ensuring security, and providing relevant communications. Professional profile data is processed under our legitimate interest to provide structured business intelligence.
How We Store and Protect Personal Data
  • Secure databases and cloud storage.
  • Access control measures.
  • Data minimization practices.
  • Encryption where appropriate.

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Sharing Personal Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your data with:

  • Trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services.
  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required.
  • Business partners in a compliant and secure manner, where relevant.
International Data Transfers

Where we transfer your personal data outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

Your Rights Under GDPR
  • Access: request access to your personal data.
  • Rectification: request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
  • Restriction: request restriction of processing.
  • Portability: request transfer of your personal data to another party.
  • Objection: object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
  • Withdraw Consent: where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Privacy Contact Email Here].

Data Protection Contact

While Chikara Intelligence ltd is not required to appoint a formal Data Protection Officer under GDPR, we have designated a contact point for all privacy and data protection matters:

Email: [Insert Privacy Contact Email Here]

You can contact us for any requests relating to your personal data, including access, correction, erasure, and objections.

Responding to Your Requests

We will respond to your data protection queries and requests within one (1) month of receipt, in accordance with GDPR. In the case of particularly complex requests, we may extend this period by up to two (2) additional months. If an extension is necessary, we will inform you within the initial one-month period.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this GDPR Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: [Insert Privacy Contact Email Here]
Address: [Insert Company Address Here]

Last Updated: [Insert Date]