Harbourstone Group – Privacy and Cookies Policy

Last updated: 10.10.2025

Effective date: 10.10.2025

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of Harbourstone Group (“we”, “our”, “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website (the “Site”) or interact with us in other ways. By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Who We Are

Harbourstone Group

Innovation Centre Medway

Maidstone Road

Chatham

ME5 9FD

Email: info@harbourstonegroup.com

Tel: 01634 887282

We are the data controller for the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a. Information you provide directly – such as your name, email address, phone number, and any details submitted via forms.
b. Information we collect automatically – such as IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.
c. Information from third parties – such as analytics or advertising partners.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Provide updates or newsletters (with your consent)
- Improve website performance and security
- Comply with legal obligations
- Manage our business operations

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under the UK GDPR:
- Consent (e.g., for marketing communications or non-essential cookies)
- Contract (e.g., when providing requested services)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., website security and improvement)
- Legal obligation (e.g., compliance with laws)

6. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell personal data. We may share limited data with trusted service providers, legal authorities (if required), or professional advisers. If data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses are used.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected or as required by law. After that, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access, rectify, or delete your data
- Withdraw consent
- Object to or restrict processing
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@harbourstonegroup.com. You may also complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

9. Security

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

10. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will be available on this page.

Cookies Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect information about your browsing behaviour and preferences.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function
- Analytical cookies: Used to analyse site usage and improve performance
- Functional cookies: Remember user preferences
- Advertising cookies: Deliver relevant ads and measure campaign performance

3. Managing Cookies

When you visit our site, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner. You can also change your browser settings to manage or delete cookies at any time.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties (e.g., Google Analytics, LinkedIn, Meta). These are subject to their own privacy policies.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page.

6. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy or Cookies Policy, please contact: