How we use your data
Who we are
Open a European Company (“OAEC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is responsible for the collection and processing of your personal data. For the purposes of data protection laws, OAEC acts as the Data Controller of the information you provide when using our website or services.
What personal data we collect
We only collect personal data that is necessary to provide our services and respond to enquiries. This may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Company or business-related information provided via enquiry forms
We do not collect sensitive personal data (such as health information, biometric data, or precise location data).
Why we collect your data
We collect your personal data in order to:
- Respond to enquiries about company formation and business expansion in Europe
- Provide information about our services, pricing, and tailored solutions
- Share relevant updates, insights, or service-related communications
We will never collect personal data that is not required for these purposes.
How your data is used and stored?
Your personal data is processed securely by authorised personnel.
For website operation, data management, and communications, your information may be stored on secure servers provided by trusted third-party service providers. These providers are contractually bound to:
- Process data only on our instructions
- Maintain appropriate security measures
- Comply with applicable data protection laws
We do not allow third parties to use your personal data for their own marketing purposes.
Data security
We take data protection seriously and have implemented appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Our security measures are reviewed regularly to ensure ongoing compliance with data protection requirements.
How long we keep your data?
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. If your data is used for marketing or informational communications, it will be retained until:
- You unsubscribe from our communications, or
- You contact us to request removal of your data
You may opt out at any time.
Your rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to or restrict how your data is processed
You may exercise these rights by contacting us using the details available on our website.
Complaints
If you have concerns about how your personal data is handled, you have the right to raise a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is processed, please contact us via the contact details provided on the Open a European Company website.