Privacy Notice – Privacy Evolved

Effective Date: April 9, 2025

1. Introduction

   
   

   At Privacy Evolved LLC (“Privacy Evolved,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), safeguarding personal information is not only our profession—it is our core purpose. As a firm dedicated exclusively to global privacy consulting, we recognize the importance of protecting the data entrusted to us. This Privacy Notice describes how we collect, use, share, and secure personal data in accordance with internationally recognized data protection frameworks.

2. Alignment with Global Data Protection Standards

   
   

   Our policies and practices are structured to comply with leading privacy regulations worldwide, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – European Union

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) & California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) – United States

• Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) – Canada

• Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) – Gulf Cooperation Council

• Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) – Brazil

• UK Data Protection Act 2018 – United Kingdom

• Privacy Act 1988 – Australia

• Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) – Singapore

• Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) – Japan

We apply the highest standard of protection, regardless of user location.

3. Personal Data We Collect

   
   

   We collect only the information necessary to deliver services, respond to inquiries, and improve our website.

      Information You Provide Directly:

• Full name

• Email address

• Organization or employer

• Communication preferences

     Information Collected Automatically:

• IP address

• Device and browser type

• Operating system and time zone

• Site usage data (e.g., pages visited, session duration)

• Referral sources and device identifiers (via Google Analytics)

       You may provide personal data through:

• Newsletter subscriptions
• Contact forms
• Downloading resources (e.g., Jumpstart Guide)
• General use of our website

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

   
   We use cookies and related technologies to deliver a secure, personalized experience.

     Types of Cookies in Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for core website functionality

• Analytics Cookies: Aggregate usage data to improve performance (via Google Analytics)

• Functional Cookies: Support customized features and preferences

• Marketing Cookies: Used only with your explicit consent to tailor content

       Non-essential cookies are only activated with your consent, and your preferences are always honored.

5. How We Use Personal Data

   
   We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

• Delivering requested updates and newsletters

• Responding to your inquiries

• Granting access to downloadable resources

• Understanding and optimizing website performance

• Managing client and partner relationships

• Delivering privacy consulting services under contract

• Fulfilling legal and regulatory obligations

       We do not use personal data for automated decision-making or profiling.

6. Legal Bases for Processing

   
   Our processing activities are supported by one or more of the following legal bases:

• Consent: For newsletters, marketing, and analytics

• Legitimate Interests: To operate and expand our business effectively

• Contractual Necessity: To perform obligations under client or partner agreements

• Legal Obligation: Where required for compliance with applicable law.

7. Data Sharing and Third-Party Access
   
   We do not sell, lease, or remove client data from client-managed servers or systems. Any access to such data is restricted to in-environment activity under express contractual authorization.

        We may share limited data with:

• Third-party service providers (e.g., cloud hosting, email delivery, analytics) under binding agreements

• Public authorities, as required by law

       All third parties are required to meet strict data protection and security standards.

8. Cross-Border Data Transfers

   
   As a consulting firm, Privacy Evolved does not remove or extract client data from client-controlled environments or infrastructure. Any access to client environments is limited, secure, and purpose-specific under contract.

       We do not rely on formal transfer mechanisms such as SCCs, adequacy decisions, or BCRs for our service model. In cases where cross-border access is necessary:

• We ensure access is proportionate, encrypted, and restricted by role

• We apply appropriate organizational and technical safeguards

       For clients requiring formal data localization assurances, please contact admin@privacyevolved.com.

9. Data Retention

   
   We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Notice or comply with applicable law. When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

10. Your Rights
    

    Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request rectification or deletion

• Restrict or object to processing

• Receive your data in a portable format

• Withdraw your consent at any time

• File a complaint with your supervisory authority

       To exercise your rights, contact admin@privacyevolved.com.

11. Data Security

    
    We implement strong technical and organizational controls, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest

• Role-based access controls

• Ongoing security monitoring

• Staff training on data protection best practices

        We routinely update these safeguards in line with evolving threats and standards.

12. Children’s Data

    
    Our website and services are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. If we become aware that data has been collected from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

13. Updates to This Notice

    
    This Privacy Notice may be updated from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page and reflected in the effective date. Users will be notified of significant changes when appropriate.

14. Contact Us

    
    For questions, concerns, or to submit a privacy-related request, please contact:

        Privacy Evolved LLC
      Email: admin@privacyevolved.com
      Website: www.privacyevolved.com