Privacy Policy
Last updated: 23 September 2025
BrightFolk HR ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
Name, email address, phone number, and job title.
CVs, employment history, or HR-related documents (if provided as part of consultancy or recruitment services).
Information provided via our website contact forms.
Technical data such as IP address and cookies (see our Cookie Policy).
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
Provide HR consultancy and recruitment services.
Respond to enquiries and manage client relationships.
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
Improve our website and services.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process data on the following lawful bases:
Contract: to deliver agreed services.
Legitimate interests: to manage our business and client relationships.
Consent: where you have opted into marketing communications.
4. Data Sharing
We may share your information with trusted third parties where necessary, such as recruitment platforms, payroll providers, or IT service providers. We do not sell your data.
5. Data Retention
We only keep personal data for as long as necessary for the purposes collected, or as required by law.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data.
Request correction or deletion.
Restrict or object to processing.
Request data portability.
Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: natalie@brightfolkhr.com
7. Complaints
If you have concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us first. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
📧 natalie@brightfolkhr.com
Cookie Policy – BrightFolk HR
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyse website traffic.
What are cookies? Small text files stored on your device.
Types we use:
Essential cookies – required for site functionality.
Analytics cookies – e.g., Google Analytics, to understand how visitors use our site.
Your choices: You can manage or block cookies via your browser settings.
By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies.
Terms of Use – BrightFolk HR
By accessing this website, you agree to the following terms:
Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute legal or professional advice.
We do not guarantee that the site will always be available or error-free.
All website content, branding, and materials are the intellectual property of BrightFolk HR and may not be reproduced without permission.
We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from reliance on website content.