At K&C Accountants, we take your privacy seriously and comply fully with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
- Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, postal address, date of birth, National Insurance number, company details.
- Financial Information: Bank details, UTR numbers, tax return info, payroll, invoices, income, expenses.
- Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device info, pages visited, cookies.
How We Collect Data
- When you contact us or become a client
- When you use our website
- Through cookies and tracking technologies
Legal Basis for Processing
- Contractual necessity to provide services
- Legal obligations under UK tax laws
- Legitimate interests to improve our services and website
- Consent for marketing communications (opt-in)
How We Use Your Data
- To deliver accounting, payroll, tax, and advisory services
- To respond to queries and provide customer support
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- To improve our website and business operations
Sharing Your Information
We only share your data with:
- HMRC and other tax authorities as required by law
- Trusted service providers (e.g., IRIS, payment processors)
- Legal or professional advisers if necessary
- Never sold to third parties
Data Security
- Password protected systems
- Secure cloud storage
- Access restricted to authorised staff only
- Regular security audits and staff training
Data Retention
- Kept while you are a client
- Retained for up to 6 years after services end, per HMRC rules
Your Rights
- Access your data
- Rectify inaccurate information
- Request deletion (subject to legal obligations)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability requests
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO
Cookies
Cookies help improve your experience and website functionality. You can manage cookies via your browser settings.
Contact Us
For privacy questions or data requests, contact:
Email: kazi@kcaccountants.uk
Consent
By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this privacy policy.