Privacy Policy

🔐 Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2 July 2025

At Hopeland Consultancy Ltd, your privacy and trust are central to our values. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you interact with our services — from strategic planning to immigration support, procurement advisory, and water infrastructure solutions.

We operate in full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant data protection laws across the jurisdictions we serve.

1. Who We Are

Hopeland Consultancy Ltd is a cross-sector business and compliance advisory firm based in Ireland. We serve clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and ensure data protection compliance in every jurisdiction in which we operate.

Website: https://thehopelandconsultancy.com

 
2. What Personal Data We Collect

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

1. 1. Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, organisation
   2. Consultation/Booking Details: Information you submit via our consultation forms
   3. Technical & Analytical Data: IP address, device type, location, and website activity (via Google Analytics, Bing Webmaster Tools, LinkedIn Ads, GTM)
   4. Marketing Preferences: Your choices regarding promotional communication
      Cookies & Usage Data: See Cookie section below
       
      3. How We Use Your Data

Your data helps us:

1. 1. Respond to enquiries and consultation requests
   2. Deliver customised services based on your needs
   3. Analyse website performance and optimise user experience
   4. Comply with legal obligations and internal policies
   5. Improve our communications and outreach
   6. Data submitted via consultation forms is securely stored and only used to fulfil your request or offer appropriate solutions.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases:

1. 1. Consent – where you’ve explicitly given permission (e.g., form submissions, email opt-ins)
   2. Contract – to take steps at your request or fulfil a contract
   3. Legitimate Interest – to improve services, maintain security, or support business development
   4. Legal Obligation – to comply with regulations and investigations

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to:

1. 1. Enable site functionality
      Understand user interactions and preferences
   2. Run ad campaigns and remarketing (e.g., LinkedIn Ads, Google Ads)
   3. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings. For further detail, please refer to our [Cookie Policy].

6. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your data. However, we may share limited information with secure third-party platforms that support our operations, including:

1. 1. Google Analytics, LinkedIn, Bing Webmaster Tools
   2. Secure cloud services
   3. Ad management tools
   4. CRM or automation tools (if used)

All partners must comply with GDPR or equivalent standards. Where required, Hopeland Consultancy enters into Data Processing Agreements with service providers and public-sector clients under GDPR Article 28.

 7. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9).

 8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

1. 1. Access your personal data
   2. Correct or update inaccurate data
   3. Request deletion of your data
   4. Object to or restrict certain uses
   5. Receive a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: [email protected]

 9. Data Security

We implement secure protocols and technical safeguards to prevent unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure of your information.

All stored data is encrypted and access-controlled in line with best practices.

 10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

 11. International Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected through appropriate legal safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent frameworks.

 12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any significant changes will be posted here and, if appropriate, communicated to you directly.

13. Contact Us

For any questions about this policy or your data rights:

Email: [email protected]
Visit: https://thehopelandconsultancy.com

 Your trust matters to us.

We protect your data with the same care and intention we bring to every client partnership.