Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Alexander Silverstone Tax Advisory ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage our services.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways:
- Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number)
- Professional information relevant to tax advisory services
- Financial information necessary for tax planning and compliance
- Website usage data and analytics information
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for various purposes:
- To provide and maintain our tax advisory services
- To communicate with you about our services
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- To improve our website and services
- To send periodic emails regarding your enquiry or other products and services
Professional Confidentiality
As a regulated ICAEW practice, we are bound by strict professional confidentiality requirements. Client information is protected under professional privilege and will not be disclosed to third parties except as required by law or with your explicit consent.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls.
Your Rights
Under GDPR and UK data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate personal data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to processing of your personal data
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer's hard drive through your web browser. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party service providers to help us operate our business and website or administer activities on our behalf. These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are not permitted to use your personal information for any purpose other than providing services to us.
International Transfers
Given our international practice, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Retention Period
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal and regulatory requirements. Client files are typically retained for a minimum of seven years following the end of our professional relationship, or as required by applicable regulations.
Changes to This Privacy 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Alexander Silverstone Tax Advisory
Email: privacy@alexandersilverstone.com
Subject: Privacy Policy Enquiry