Privacy Policy

Last updated: 13th February 2026

At Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you interact with our website, services, and communications. It is designed to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and, where applicable, other data protection laws.

1. Who We Are

Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd is a company registered in the United Kingdom (Company No. SC739983), providing leadership, business growth and team alignment coaching services. We act as the data controller for your personal data.

If you have questions about this policy, please contact us.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Identity Data: Name, title, and gender.

  • Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and postal address.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and operating system.

  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, services, and communications.

  • Marketing Data: Preferences for receiving updates, newsletters, or promotions.

  • Booking Data: Details provided when booking a call, such as your name, email address, and meeting preferences. 

3. How We Collect Your Data

Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd collects data through the following methods:

  • Direct interactions: When you fill out forms, contact us, or book a call.

  • Automated technologies: Data collected via cookies and analytics tools when you use our website.

  • Third-party services: For example, through Calendly when you schedule a call.

     

4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To provide services: Responding to enquiries, delivering coaching programmes, and managing bookings.

  • To improve our website and services: Using analytics to optimise user experience.

  • To send marketing communications: Updates, newsletters, or promotional content (only with your explicit consent).

The legal bases for processing your data include:

  • Consent: For activities like sending marketing emails or booking a call via Calendly.

  • Contractual necessity: To provide coaching services or respond to your queries.

  • Legitimate interests: To improve our services and manage client relationships.

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us at alec@alecpearsoncoaching.com

5. How We Share Your Data

Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd works with trusted third-party providers to facilitate our services and ensure our website functions effectively. These may include:

  • Squarespace:
    Our website platform, which manages hosting, functionality, and basic analytics. Squarespace Privacy Policy.

  • Calendly:
    Used for scheduling appointments. Calendly collects data such as your name, email address, and meeting preferences when you book a call. Calendly Privacy Policy.

  • Google Analytics:
    Tracks website traffic and usage data to help us improve our services. Google Privacy Policy.

These providers process your data securely under UK GDPR and other applicable laws. We do not sell or share your data with other third parties for marketing purposes.

6. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers (such as Squarespace, Calendly, or Google) may process your data outside the UK. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • Transfers to countries with adequacy decisions under UK law; and/or

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other recognised safeguards under UK GDPR where required.

7. Visitors from Outside the UK

While Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd is based in the UK, we may receive enquiries or work with clients outside the UK.

Where local data protection laws apply to your relationship with us, we will take reasonable steps to respect applicable rights and requirements, in addition to our obligations under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

If you are located outside the UK and have questions about how we handle your personal data, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: alec@alecpearsoncoaching.com.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. For example:

  • Enquiries: Retained for up to 6 months.

  • Booking Data: Retained for 12 months after the meeting.

  • Marketing Data: Retained until you opt out or withdraw consent.

Once your data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and applicable international laws, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data (where applicable).

  • Restriction: Request limited processing of your data.

  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.

  • Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: alec@alecpearsoncoaching.com.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function properly and allow site owners to understand how visitors use the site.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Cookies used on this website may include:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.

  • Analytics / performance cookies: Help us understand website usage and improve user experience (for example, via Google Analytics).

  • Functionality cookies: Remember preferences to improve your experience.

Managing Cookies:

We use a cookie consent banner (including for UK and EU visitors where required) that allows you to accept, reject, or manage non-essential cookies (including analytics).

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact website functionality. You can find general information about cookies on sites such as aboutcookies.org.

11. Data Security

Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures may include access controls and encryption where appropriate. While no system is completely secure, we follow recognised best practices to safeguard personal information.

12. Complaints

If you believe Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd has violated your data rights, you can:

Visitors from the EU or other regions can also contact their local data protection authority where applicable.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and significant updates will be communicated directly where possible. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us:

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact Alec Pearson Coaching Ltd at: alec@alecpearsoncoaching.com.