Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 2nd August 2024
Last Updated: 11th July 2025
Bridging Connect Ltd (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal data when you use our website and services.
1. Who We Are
Bridging Connect Ltd is a UK-registered company offering professional networking tools, digital design services, and cross-border consultancy.
Contact:
Email: contact@bridgingconnect.com
Website: https://bridgingconnect.com
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
Name, email address, and phone number
Company name, job title, or role (if provided)
Any data submitted through contact forms or waiting list signup
Technical Information
IP address
Browser type and device information
Usage data (pages visited, time spent) via Google Analytics and Search Console
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, track performance, and manage consent. You can control cookies through your browser or our cookie consent banner.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
Respond to inquiries and support requests
Send updates and marketing communications (if you opt-in)
Analyze website usage to enhance functionality
Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under one or more of the following bases:
Consent – where you have provided permission (e.g., newsletter sign-up)
Contractual necessity – to provide services or respond to your inquiries
Legitimate interest – for internal analytics, security, and business development
Legal obligation – where required by UK law
5. Mailing List and Marketing
By subscribing to our updates, you agree to receive occasional emails about our services or platform. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it with trusted partners such as:
Hosting providers
Analytics platforms
Event or business partners (under strict confidentiality agreements)
7. Data Transfers
If data is transferred outside the UK/EEA, it will be protected by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:
SSL/HTTPS encryption
Secure cloud storage
Access control and internal policies
9. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary:
Contact or mailing list info: until you unsubscribe
Analytics data: up to 12 months
Client or contractor records: as per engagement terms
10. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct or delete inaccurate data
Withdraw consent at any time
Object to or restrict processing
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, email: contact@bridgingconnect.com
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The most current version will always be available here.