privacy policy

Last updated: January 2026

Standard Consulting & Training Ltd ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website.

Standard Consulting & Training Ltd

Company Number: 16912584 

Registered Address: 39 Cogley Lane, Bingham, Nottingham, NG13 8DE 

Email: info@standardconsulting.co.uk

Phone: 07540 332717

David Standard (Managing Director) is the Data Controller responsible for your personal information.

We collect the following personal information when you contact us through our website:

• Name
• Email address
• Company name
• Any information you provide in your message or enquiry

We also collect technical information automatically through cookies and analytics:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Responding to enquiries (Legal basis: Legitimate interests) 

We use your contact information to respond to your enquiries about our services, provide information you've requested, and communicate with you about potential consulting or training engagements.

Marketing communications (Legal basis: Legitimate interests) 

Where you have expressed interest in our services by contacting us, we may send you relevant information about our consulting services, training programmes, and industry insights that may be of interest to you. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:

• Clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email
• Emailing info@standardconsulting.co.uk

Website improvement (Legal basis: Legitimate interests) 

We use analytics data to understand how visitors use our website, which helps us improve user experience and website performance.

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and collect analytics data.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you use our site and remember your preferences.

Types of cookies we use:Essential cookies (always active) These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off.

Analytics cookies (optional) We use Google Analytics and GoDaddy AIRO analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymous information about pages visited, time spent on the site, and user journey.

Managing cookiesWhen you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline optional cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.To learn more about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.

Data storage location

Your personal information is stored securely within the UK and EU.

Data retention

We retain your personal information for three years from our last contact with you, after which it is securely deleted. We may retain data for longer periods where required by law or to defend legal claims.

Security measures

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We use the following third-party services that may process your personal information:

HubSpot (CRM system)

We use HubSpot to manage client relationships and store contact information. HubSpot is based in the USA but is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, ensuring adequate protection for your data.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website usage. Google Analytics collects anonymous data about your visit. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

GoDaddy (Website hosting and analytics)

Our website is hosted by GoDaddy, which provides hosting services and analytics through their AIRO system. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any other third parties for their marketing purposes.

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right of access

You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to rectification

You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

Right to erasure

You can request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances.

Right to restrict processing

You can ask us to limit how we use your personal information in certain situations.

Right to data portability

You can request that we transfer your personal information to another organisation or directly to you.

Right to object

You can object to our processing of your personal information based on legitimate interests, including for marketing purposes.

Right to withdraw consent

Where we process your data based on consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time.To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

• Email: info@standardconsulting.co.uk
• Phone: 07540 332717

We will respond to your request within one month.

Our services are directed at business professionals and organisations. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any websites you visit.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date. Please review this policy periodically.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

David Standard

Data Controller Standard Consulting & Training Ltd

Email: info@standardconsulting.co.uk 

Phone: 07540 332717 

Address: 39 Cogley Lane, Bingham, Nottingham, NG13 8DE

If you are unhappy with how we have handled your personal information, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner's OfficeWycliffe House Water Lane Wilmslow Cheshire SK9 5AF

Helpline: 0303 123 1113 

Website: www.ico.org.uk