Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 22 May 2018

1. Introduction

At STAR CAPITAL & ASSOCIATES LTD, we are committed to protecting your privacy.
We have updated our Privacy Policy to align with new data protection regulations (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains:

• What information we collect when you visit our website and use our services

• Why we collect it and how it is used and stored

• How we protect your personal data

Note: This Privacy Policy applies only to the STAR CAPITAL & ASSOCIATES LTD website – https://star-capital-associates.co.uk/ – and not to any other online or offline services, products, or websites.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. We may update this policy from time to time, and it is your responsibility to review it regularly.

2. Commitment to Data Protection

We comply with the principles of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ensuring transparency and fairness in how we handle your personal information.

Definition of Personal Information

“Personal Information” refers to data that identifies an individual, such as:

• Name

• Contact details

• Identification numbers

• Other personally identifiable information

Aggregated or anonymized data that cannot identify an individual is not considered personal information.

3. Scope and Legal Compliance

We operate in compliance with:

• Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) – the General Data Protection Regulation

• Other applicable laws governing personal data protection

This Privacy Policy is in addition to any confidentiality obligations mentioned in your client engagement terms.

4. Data Collection

We collect personal data when:

• You or your organization contact us to use our services

• We perform Client Due Diligence (CDD) or Anti-Money Laundering (AML/CFT) checks

• We communicate via email, fax, or telephone

• Third parties provide information about you

• You or your organization offer or provide services to us

5. Types of Personal Information Collected

We collect personal information depending on the service and context, including:

a. Identification & Contact Details

• Name, passport details, PEP (Politically Exposed Person) status

• Address, phone number, and email

• Any public domain data relevant to our compliance process

b. Family & Business Relationships

• Relevant family member and business relationship information

c. Education & Employment

• Education details, professional qualifications, and employment history

d. Financial Information

• Bank details, source of wealth, and assets

e. Job Applicants

• Employment history, qualifications, nationality, health data, criminal records, immigration/residential status, and references

6. Purpose of Data Collection

We use your personal data strictly for legitimate business and legal purposes, including:

1. Contract Fulfilment – To perform our contractual obligations to you

2. Administrative & Operational Needs – Managing business processes efficiently

3. Legal Compliance – Meeting obligations under tax, regulatory, or law enforcement requirements

4. Service Delivery – Sharing necessary data with professional partners, law firms, or courts

5. Client Support – Handling inquiries, complaints, and communications

6. Legal Defense – Protecting STAR CAPITAL & ASSOCIATES LTD’s rights

7. Payment & Billing – Managing financial transactions

8. Business Operations – Supporting legitimate internal operations

9. Recruitment – Processing job applications

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your data with unaffiliated third parties except as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Data may be shared:

• With regulatory bodies or law enforcement when legally required

• With service providers or advisors in case of a merger, sale, or asset transfer

• For compliance with tax or record-keeping obligations

• With references or verification sources during recruitment

8. Data Retention & Security

Your personal data is retained:

• As long as needed for the purpose collected

• To fulfill reporting or accounting requirements

• As mandated by law or regulation

We maintain strong security measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration of your data.
Access is restricted to authorized personnel bound by confidentiality obligations.

Data may be stored electronically or in paper format, with appropriate safeguards in both cases.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the right to:

1. Access – Request access to your personal data

2. Portability – Receive your data in a transferable format

3. Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

4. Restriction – Limit how your data is processed

5. Erasure – Request deletion of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”)

6. Objection – Object to certain types of processing

7. Complaint – File a complaint with:

   • Our Contact Form (available on our website),

   • The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK, or

   • The data protection authority in your country of residence.

Note: We are not responsible for losses caused by inaccurate or incomplete information provided by you or third parties.

10. Updating Your Information

Please notify us promptly of any changes in your personal information.
Failure to update your information may affect the quality and continuity of services we provide.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy was last updated on 22 May 2018.
We reserve the right to amend it periodically to reflect:

• Updates in data processing practices

• Changes in legal or regulatory requirements

Please check this page regularly for the latest version.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, feedback, or data-related requests, please contact STAR CAPITAL & ASSOCIATES LTD via the Contact Form on our website.