Privacy Policy

At DefendFX Legal, we are committed to protecting your privacy and fully comply with the UK GDPR and EU GDPR. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect data you voluntarily provide when you:

• Fill out our contact or consultation form (name, email, phone)
• Send us an email or call us

2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – when you submit the contact form, you explicitly consent to us using your data to respond
• Legitimate Interest – to follow up on your inquiry and provide legal information

You can withdraw your consent at any time.

3. How We Use Your Information

We only use your data to:

• Reply to your inquiry
• Schedule a consultation (if requested)
• Improve our website and services

We never sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing.

4. Data Storage & Retention

Your data is securely stored in the United Kingdom and European Economic Area (EEA). We keep your information only as long as necessary — typically no longer than 12 months after our last contact, unless you become a client.

5. Your GDPR Rights

As an EU/UK resident, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, simply email us at privacy@defendfxlegal.com

6. Data Security

We use SSL encryption, secure hosting, and regular security updates to protect your information.

7. Cookies & Analytics

We use essential cookies and Google Analytics (anonymised IP) to improve user experience. No personal identification is possible through these tools.

8. Contact Us

Email: privacy@defendfxlegal.com

Last updated: 25 November 2025