Privacy policies - not the most exciting read, I know. But they're super important for both you and us. So let's get into the details...

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how echo5 ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when:

• Contacting us through our website
• Signing up for our services
• Subscribing to our newsletters
• Participating in surveys or feedback sessions

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

• IP addresses
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referral source
• Length of visit and page views
• Navigation paths

3. Use of Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and hold certain information. Cookies are files with small amounts of data that may include an anonymous unique identifier.

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytical/performance cookies: Allow us to recognise and count visitors and analyse website performance
• Functionality cookies: Used to recognise you when you return to our website
• Targeting cookies: Record your visit, pages visited, and links followed

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Improving our website and services
• Sending newsletters and marketing communications
• Analysing usage patterns and trends
• Detecting and preventing security incidents
• Complying with legal obligations

5. Data Security

As a cybersecurity consultancy, we implement robust security measures to protect your information. These include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and penetration testing
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular security training for staff

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist in our operations
• Professional advisers (lawyers, bankers, auditors)
• Regulatory authorities when required by law

We require all third parties to respect the security of your data and treat it in accordance with the law.

7. Marketing Communications

By using our services, you agree to receive marketing communications from us. You can opt out at any time by:

• Clicking the 'unsubscribe' link in our emails
• Contacting us directly

8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have rights including:

• The right to access your personal data
• The right to correction
• The right to erasure
• The right to restrict processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing

9. International Transfers

We may transfer your data outside the UK. When we do, we ensure similar protection and put appropriate safeguards in place.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

echo5

1 Coldbath Square

Farringdon

London

EC1R 5HL

Email: [email protected]

Last updated: @March 9, 2025