DC-Services UK Privacy Policy

Data Sharing and Disclosure

DC-SERVICES does not sell personal data to third parties. We may share your data with trusted third parties only when necessary for the provision of our services, compliance with legal obligations, or with your explicit consent. This may include service providers, professional advisors, or regulatory bodies. Any third parties with whom we share data are required to adhere to strict data protection standards, including contractual commitments to safeguard your information.

• ›Written intake brief signed by the client
• ›Conflicts screen and independence check
• ›Defined deliverable list and retention envelope

Data Security

We implement robust technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security protocols include encryption, access controls, regular security assessments, and staff training. We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your data throughout its lifecycle. In the event of a data breach, we have procedures in place for timely detection and reporting, in accordance with applicable laws.

• ›Source hashing at intake
• ›Role-based, time-bound access
• ›Two-stage review before release

Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have several rights regarding your personal data. These include the right to access your data, to request rectification of inaccurate data, to request erasure (the 'right to be forgotten'), to restrict processing, to object to processing, and the right to data portability. You also have the right to withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent. We are committed to upholding these rights and providing mechanisms for you to exercise them.

Changes to This Policy and Contact Information

DC-SERVICES may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your data. The 'Last Updated' date at the bottom of this document will indicate when the most recent changes were made. Should you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer using the details provided on our contact page. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).