Privacy Policy

Karen Ellis Consulting Ltd

Last updated: 10/1/26

Karen Ellis Consulting Ltd is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Company Information

Karen Ellis Consulting Ltd

Company Number: 16934068

Email: Karen@karenellisconsulting.com

VAT Status: Not VAT registered

For the purposes of data protection law, Karen Ellis Consulting Ltd is the Data Controller.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

Name
Business name
Email address
Telephone number
Billing and payment details
Communication records (emails, messages, meeting notes)
Any information you voluntarily provide relating to your business operations

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data.

3. How We Collect Your Information

Your information may be collected when you:

Contact us via email or website enquiry
Book services
Participate in online meetings or onsite training
Provide information during consultancy sessions
Make a payment

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide coaching, training and consultancy services
Communicate with you regarding bookings and services
Process payments and issue invoices
Maintain business records
Improve our services
Meet legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell or share your data for marketing purposes.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

Contract – to deliver agreed services
Legitimate Interests – for business administration and communication
Legal Obligation – for accounting and compliance purposes
Consent – where you have explicitly provided it

6. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss or misuse.

Data is stored securely and only accessed where necessary for business purposes.

We retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfil legal and operational requirements.

7. Sharing Your Data

We may share data only where necessary with:

Accountants or professional advisers
Payment processors
Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

We never sell your personal data to third parties.

8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

If cookies or analytics tools are used on the website, they may collect anonymous usage data to improve website performance. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

(If you are not currently using cookies or tracking tools, this section can remain as general information.)

10. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.

11. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled:

Email: Karen@karenellisconsulting.com

Karen Ellis Consulting Ltd