Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 24 June 2026
Introduction
Ember Compass Consulting ("ECC", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data when you visit our website or contact us.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
Ember Compass Consulting
Where Digital Strategy Meets Modern Alchemy
Email: kirsti@embercompassconsulting.co.uk
Ember Compass Consulting is a trading name of Daughter of Embers Ltd. and is based in Scotland and provides digital systems, workflow, automation, and operational support services to small organisations, charities, community groups, and businesses.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you use our website:
Information You Provide
When you complete a contact form, email us, or otherwise get in touch, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Organisation name
Telephone number (if provided)
Any information included in your enquiry
Technical Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referring website information
This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve our services.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to enquiries
Provide information about our services
Arrange consultations or meetings
Improve our website and user experience
Maintain website security
Meet legal or regulatory obligations
We only use your information where we have a lawful basis for doing so.
Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK data protection law, we rely on one or more of the following lawful bases:
Legitimate Interests
To operate and improve our business, website, and services.
Consent
Where you have chosen to contact us or agree to certain cookies or tracking technologies.
Legal Obligations
Where we are required to retain or disclose information under applicable law.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor behaviour.
These may include:
Essential website cookies
Performance and analytics cookies
Security-related cookies
If analytics tools are used, they may collect anonymised information about how visitors use the website.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings and any cookie consent tools provided on the website.
How We Store and Protect Information
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from:
Unauthorised access
Loss
Misuse
Disclosure
Alteration
While we work to protect your information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
How Long We Keep Information
We only keep personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to:
Respond to enquiries
Deliver services
Meet legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements
When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.
Sharing Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
Information may be shared with trusted service providers where necessary to operate our website or business, such as:
Website hosting providers
Email providers
Analytics providers
Professional advisers
These providers are only given access to information necessary to perform their services.
We may also disclose information where required by law.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and data protection legislation, you have the right to:
Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Restrict processing in certain circumstances
Object to processing
Request transfer of your information where applicable
Withdraw consent where consent is relied upon
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:
Kirsti Allison
Ember Compass Consulting
Email: kirsti@embercompassconsulting.co.uk
Complaints
If you are unhappy with how we have handled your personal information, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
Information can be found at:
We would appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns first wherever possible.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our services, website, or legal obligations.
Any updates will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.