Privacy Policy

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Ouen Accounting

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Last updated: March 2026

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Ouen Accounting is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and safeguard personal data in accordance with the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2018.

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1. Data Controller

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Ouen Accounting Jersey
Email: carl@ouenaccounting.co.uk
Website: www.ouenaccounting.co.uk

Ouen Accounting is the data controller in respect of personal data processed in the course of its business activities.

Ouen Accounting is registered with the Jersey Office of the Information Commissioner (JOIC).

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2. Personal Data We Collect

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We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Name
• Business name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Information provided through website contact forms
• Information submitted via Meta (Facebook or Instagram) lead forms or Messenger enquiries
• Information provided during consultations or engagement discussions
• Technical information such as IP address and browser type
• Client data necessary for bookkeeping and accounting services

Where we are formally engaged, additional information may be collected as required to comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

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3. How We Use Personal Data

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We use personal data for the following purposes:

• Responding to enquiries
• Providing bookkeeping and accounting services
• Communicating regarding potential or ongoing services
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
• Maintaining appropriate business and accounting records
• Improving our website and services

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

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4. Lawful Basis for Processing

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Under the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2018, we process personal data on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with a legal obligation
• Legitimate interests in operating and developing our business

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5. Data Sharing

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We may share personal data where necessary with:

• Professional advisers
• Specialist tax advisers
• Software providers used to deliver services
• Regulatory authorities where required by law

We ensure that any third parties processing personal data on our behalf implement appropriate security and confidentiality measures.

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6. Data Retention

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We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide services
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Meet statutory record-keeping obligations
• Resolve disputes

Where accounting or regulatory requirements apply, records may be retained in accordance with applicable retention periods.

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7. Data Security

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We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse or alteration.

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8. Your Rights

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Under the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2018, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request erasure in certain circumstances
• Object to certain processing
• Request restriction of processing

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If you have concerns about how your personal data is handled, you may contact: carl@ouenaccounting.co.uk

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You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Jersey Office of the Information Commissioner.

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9. Cookies

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Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyse website traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

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10. Contact

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If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact: carl@ouenaccounting.co.uk