Privacy & Information Management Policy

Last updated: 2025-12-05

This Privacy & Information Management Policy explains how We collect, use, store, and manage Your Personal Data when You access or use Our Website. It also explains Your rights under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the measures We take to protect the privacy and security of Your information.

By using Our Website or Services, You acknowledge that You have read and understood this Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Capitalized words used in this Policy have the meanings described below. Definitions apply regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.

Definitions

• Account – a unique profile created for You to access parts of Our Service.
• Company (“the Company”, “We”, “Us”, “Our”) – refers to 14 North Strategies.
• Cookies – small files stored on Your Device to track activity or preferences.
• Device – any computer, tablet, or mobile device used to access the Service.
• Personal Data – any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
• Service – the Website and associated digital services.
• Service Provider – third parties processing Personal Data on behalf of the Company.
• Third-Party Social Media Service – social media platforms used to log in or register.
• Usage Data – data collected automatically, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent.
• Website – https://www.14nstrategies.com/
• You – the individual or entity accessing the Service.

Data Collection and Management

Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following Personal Data:

• Name and surname
• Email address
• Phone number
• Billing or postal address
• Usage Data

Usage Data

We automatically collect Usage Data to help manage, improve, and secure Our Service, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent
• Device identifiers
• Diagnostic data

Mobile Device Data

When accessing the Service via a mobile device, We may also collect:

• Device type and operating system
• Mobile browser type
• Unique device identifiers

Data from Third-Party Social Media Services

If You log in via Google, Facebook, X (Twitter), or another platform, We may access information associated with that account, such as Your name, email address, and profile data, for the purpose of managing Your access and Service experience.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use Cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to manage information, track Website activity, and enhance functionality.

Types of Cookies

• Essential Cookies – required for the operation and security of the Website.
• Consent / Preference Cookies – used to record and remember Your consent choices.
• Functionality Cookies – used to store preferences such as login status or language settings.
• Analytics and Marketing Cookies – used to measure performance or deliver personalised content, only where You have provided consent.

This Website uses a cookie consent management tool that allows visitors to accept or reject non-essential Cookies when first visiting the Website. Non-essential Cookies are not placed unless consent is provided.

Consent preferences are recorded and stored in accordance with applicable data protection laws. You may withdraw or modify Your Cookie consent at any time by adjusting the Cookie preferences via the consent tool, Your browser settings, or both. Disabling certain Cookies may affect Website functionality.

Legal Bases for Processing Data

We process Personal Data only where We have a lawful basis to do so in accordance with the GDPR. Depending on the nature of the interaction and the Personal Data involved, processing may be based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Contract performance – where processing is necessary to perform a contract with You or to take steps at Your request prior to entering into a contract.
• Consent – where You have given clear consent for specific purposes, such as marketing communications, analytics, or the use of non-essential Cookies.
• Legitimate interests – where processing is necessary for Our legitimate business interests (including security, fraud prevention, and service improvement), provided those interests are not overridden by Your rights and freedoms.
• Legal obligation – where processing is required to comply with applicable laws or regulatory requirements.

Use and Management of Personal Data

We use Your Personal Data to:

• Provide and maintain Our Service
• Manage Your Account
• Process transactions or contracts
• Contact You regarding Service updates
• Send marketing communications (where consent is provided)
• Respond to enquiries
• Analyse usage trends and performance
• Support business transitions such as mergers or acquisitions

Sharing and Handling Information

We may share or transfer Personal Data in accordance with GDPR with:

• Service Providers (such as hosting, analytics, and support providers)
• Business partners and affiliates under common control
• Other users, where information is voluntarily shared
• Entities involved in business transactions
• Authorities where required by law

All recipients are required to handle Personal Data securely and in accordance with this Policy.

Data Retention and Storage

We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including service provision, compliance with legal obligations, dispute resolution, and enforcement of agreements.

Where applicable, Personal Data is retained for the maximum period permitted under relevant laws and regulations. Once no longer required, Personal Data is securely deleted or anonymised. Usage Data may be retained for shorter periods unless required for security, functionality improvement, or legal compliance.

International Data Transfers

As We operate internationally, Personal Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where such transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure protection in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

These safeguards may include European Commission adequacy decisions, Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), or other GDPR-approved transfer mechanisms.

Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access Your Personal Data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
• Object to processing
• Request restriction of processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority

Withdrawal of Consent

Where processing is based on consent, You may withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.

Consent may be withdrawn via the Cookie consent tool, browser settings, or by contacting Us using the details below.

Security of Information

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect Personal Data. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

Children’s Data

Our Services are not intended for children under 13 (or the applicable local age of consent). We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children without parental consent.

Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Information

For questions or to exercise GDPR rights, please contact:

Email: info@14nstrategies.com

Cookies Policy

Last updated: 2025-12-05

This Cookies Policy forms part of the Privacy & Information Management Policy and explains how Cookies and similar technologies are used on the Website.

• Cookies – small files stored on Your Device.
• Website – https://www.14nstrategies.com/
• You – user of the Website.

Types of Cookies Used

• Essential Cookies – necessary for basic Website functionality
• Analytics Cookies – measure usage and performance (with consent)
• Preference Cookies – store user choices such as language
• Functionality Cookies – enhance Website features
• Marketing / Tracking Cookies – used only with explicit consent

You can control Cookies through Your browser settings or the Cookie consent banner. For full details on how Personal Data is handled, please refer to the Privacy & Information Management Policy above.