This Privacy Notice Regarding the Processing of Personal Data Retained by KENWARD PARTNERS LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”) has been specifically prepared with respect to the personal data collected through this website, including through the cookies used on this website and through the contact form.
1. Why is this notice being sent?
The General Data Protection Regulation, the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018 (together, “GDPR”) require the Company to tell all data subjects about the data that is collected about them. This form may also be used to collect certain data.
2. What subjects does this notice contain?
- General information about cookies and also cookies used on the Website
- What data is being collected
- What purpose data is used for
- Whom the data is shared with
- The lawful basis for holding your data
- How long we will keep your data
- Your individual rights under GDPR
3. General information regarding cookies used on the Website and their usage
Definition and purpose of cookies
Cookies, along with other tracking technologies such as pixels and gifs (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Cookies”), consist of small text files placed on users' devices (e.g., tablets, mobile phones, or computers) or scripts running on their browsers during their use of online platforms such as websites or mobile applications.
Cookies enable the servers of the Website and associated applications to recognize users' devices, thereby facilitating functions such as managing website traffic and retaining user preferences, including language settings. Furthermore, Cookies allow for the analysis of visitor numbers and audience demographics, which aids in optimizing software performance and enhancing the user experience. Where explicit consent is provided, Cookies also enable the personalization of advertisements displayed during internet browsing activities.
Primary purposes of cookie usage on the Website
The main objectives of utilizing Cookies on the Website include:
- Enhancing the functionality and performance of the Website to ensure the effective delivery of services to users
- Improving the Website, implementing new features, and customizing the services provided in accordance with user preferences
- Ensuring the legal and commercial security of the Website, its users, and the Company
Cookies generated by the Website and third-party cookies
Cookies created and accessible exclusively by our Website are classified as first-party cookies. However, certain content offered on the Website may be provided through domain names other than the Website’s primary domain name. In such cases, each respective domain generates its own third-party cookies.
The categories of cookies utilized on the Website, along with their purposes, are detailed below:
- Session Cookies: These cookies remain active only for the duration of the user’s session on the Website and automatically expire upon the closure of the web browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies are stored within the user’s browser and remain valid either until deleted by the user or until the expiration date specified for the respective cookie.
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the Website’s proper operation and for users to access and benefit from the features and services offered. The data collected through these cookies cannot be processed for marketing purposes. If the use of such cookies is not permitted, certain functionalities or sections of the Website may become inaccessible.
- Functional and Analytical Cookies: These cookies are employed for the purpose of retaining user preferences, ensuring the effective operation of the Website, and optimizing the Website’s performance in alignment with user requests. They collect data regarding user interactions with the Website and, by their nature, may include personal data.
The third-party services implemented on the Website aim to enhance user experience by providing a more efficient and functional online environment. In compliance with the applicable data protection legislation, the Company relies on the data processing terms of its third-party service providers, which require that any personal data processed by those providers on behalf of the Company is subject to appropriate security and confidentiality measures.
4. Personal data collected through the contact form
When you submit the contact form on the Website, the Company collects your name, company, work email address, telephone number, the indicative facility size and purpose you select, and any other information you include in your message.
The Company processes such data for the purposes of responding to your enquiry, assessing whether the Company may assist you, and taking steps at your request prior to entering into an engagement. The lawful basis for such processing is the Company’s legitimate interests and, where applicable, the taking of steps at your request prior to entering into a contract.
Form submissions are received and stored by Webflow, Inc., which hosts the Website, and are delivered to the Company’s email accounts provided by Google LLC. The Website also loads fonts from Google Fonts, a service of Google LLC, which receives your IP address when the fonts are loaded. Personal data may accordingly be transferred to, and processed in, the United States.
The Company retains such data for no longer than is necessary for the purposes described above, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
5. With whom and for what purposes do we share your personal data?
In accordance with GDPR, your personal data may be shared:
- With service providers that host the Website or process enquiries on the Company’s behalf, including Webflow, Inc. and Google LLC
- With public authorities that are legally authorized to request such data
- For resolving legal disputes, investigations, judicial or administrative audits
- With courts, prosecutors, enforcement offices, and legal advisors
- To comply with legal obligations or protect the legitimate interests of the Company
6. What are the methods of collection and processing of your data?
The Company automatically collects your personal data through cookies when you access the Website, and collects the personal data you provide when you submit the contact form. In the event of a dispute, the Company may process your data for the purpose of transferring it to the relevant authorities.
The Company may also process your data by creating, storing, and maintaining databases, hosting, listing, filling out forms, drafting petitions, and completing other documents, either manually or through automated means.
7. Your rights based on GDPR
- Enable correction to data for accuracy
- Request deletion of personal data where there is no compelling reason for continued processing
- Object to processing likely to cause damage or distress
- Obtain and reuse your personal data across different services
- Object to automated decision-making
- Request inaccurate personal data to be rectified, blocked, erased, or destroyed
- Claim compensation for damages caused by breach of data protection regulations
To exercise any of these rights, please contact the Company at contact@kenwardpartners.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority, including the Information Commissioner’s Office in the United Kingdom.
8. Cookie settings from browser settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Guidance is available from the providers of the principal browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari and Opera.
9. Precautions for protecting your personal data
The Company takes technical and administrative measures to protect against unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of personal data.
In the event of a personal data breach, the Company will notify you and the competent supervisory authority where and as required by applicable law.
10. Accuracy and up-to-date storage of your personal data
Individuals acknowledge that the information provided is accurate and current. Any updates may be communicated via the physical address or email listed on the Website.
11. Deletion, destruction, or anonymization of your personal data
When the purpose for processing ceases, personal data will be deleted, destroyed, or anonymized in accordance with the Company’s data retention practices.
12. Data controller
KENWARD PARTNERS LLC
Address: 136 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10016, United States of America
Email: contact@kenwardpartners.com
This Privacy Policy may be periodically updated. Significant changes will be notified through the Website.