Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: 7/31/2025

Effective Date: 7/31/2025

Introduction

Small Steps HR ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our HR consulting services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Contact us through our website forms
  • Schedule a consultation
  • Subscribe to our communications
  • Engage our consulting services

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number)
  • Company name and job title
  • Information about your business and HR needs

Website Usage Information

We currently do not use cookies, tracking pixels, or analytics tools on our website. We may collect basic server log information such as IP addresses and browser types for security and troubleshooting purposes only.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Schedule and conduct consultations
  • Deliver our HR consulting services
  • Send you relevant business communications (with your consent)
  • Improve our services and website
  • Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • With your explicit consent
  • To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
  • In connection with a business transaction (merger, acquisition, etc.)

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and review the personal information we have about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. Our cookie policy is designed to be transparent and give you control over your data.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality, including navigation and security. These cannot be disabled.
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve our services and user experience.
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver more relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie consent widget available on our website. By continuing to use our site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: hannah@smallsteps-hr.co.uk

Phone: 07519 150607