Last Updated: March 2025

1. Introduction
Squirrel Forensics Ltd is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information, as well as how we use cookies and tracking technologies on our website (www.sqfr.uk (https://www.sqfr.uk), the “Website”). If you have any questions, contact us at info@sqfr.uk (mailto:info@sqfr.uk).
2. Information we collect
• Identity data: Name, title, username.
• Contact data: Email, postal address, phone number.
• Transaction data: Order details, payments, returns.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system.
• Marketing preferences: Opt-in/out preferences for communications.
We do not collect special category data (e.g., race, religion, health information) unless legally required.
3. How we use your information
• Performance of a contract: To process orders, payments, and returns.
• Legitimate interests: To improve our website and services.
• Consent: To send marketing emails (you can unsubscribe at any time).
• Legal obligation: To comply with laws, fraud prevention, and tax regulations.
4. Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and track website activity. Cookies fall into these categories:
• Essential cookies: Required for site functionality (e.g., login, security).
• Analytics & performance cookies: Track usage data (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Marketing cookies: Personalised ads and social media tracking.
Managing cookies
You can manage cookies by:
• Adjusting browser settings to block or delete cookies.
• Using our cookie banner to modify preferences.
• Opting out of third-party tracking (Google Analytics Opt-Out (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout)).
5. How we share your information
We do not sell or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may disclose data:
• To service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing tools) under strict confidentiality agreements.
• To comply with legal obligations or law enforcement requests.
6. Data retention
• Order & transaction data: 6 years for tax/accounting compliance.
• Marketing data: Until you withdraw consent.
• Support inquiries: 12 months after resolution.
When no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
7. Data security
We implement robust security measures, including:
• Encryption for sensitive data.
• Access controls to prevent unauthorised access.
• Secure servers for data storage.
While we take precautions, online transmissions are never 100% secure. Protect your account credentials.
8. Your rights (GDPR & UK GDPR compliance)
If you are in the UK or EU, you have rights including:
• Access: Request a copy of your data.
• Correction: Update inaccurate information.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
• Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
• Objection: Opt-out of direct marketing.
• Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a structured format.
To exercise these rights, email info@sqfr.uk (mailto:info@sqfr.uk). We respond within 30 days.
9. Minors
We do not knowingly collect or market to individuals under 18. If we discover such data, we will delete it immediately.
10. Third-party links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies. Review their terms before sharing data.
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy to comply with laws or improve transparency. The latest version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Regularly review this policy for updates.
12. Contact us
For questions or data requests, contact us at:

Squirrel Forensics Ltd
Email: info@sqfr.uk
Address: 3rd Floor, 86-90 Paul Street, London EC2A 4NE

If unsatisfied with our response, you may file a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) (https://ico.org.uk/).

By using our website, you acknowledge and accept the terms of this Privacy and Cookies Policy.