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Privacy Policy.

Last updated: 23 May 2025

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Who we areWhat we collectHow we use itLegal basesCookiesData sharingData retentionYour rightsSecurityContact

1. Who we are

The Fine Code ("we", "our", "us") operates thefinecode.com. We are a custom software development company. For privacy enquiries, contact us at privacy@thefinecode.com.

Note: This policy outlines our data practices. The published legal policy should be reviewed by qualified legal counsel in your jurisdiction before final publication.

2. What information we collect

We collect information you provide directly:

  • Contact form submissions: name, work email, company, project description
  • Newsletter subscriptions: email address
  • Career applications: name, email, CV, portfolio links

We also collect information automatically when you visit our site: IP address, browser type, pages visited, referrer, and time of visit.

3. How we use your information

  • Respond to enquiries and project requests
  • Send newsletters you have opted into
  • Improve the website and understand how visitors use it
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Consent — newsletter subscriptions and optional cookies
  • Legitimate interest — responding to business enquiries, site security
  • Legal obligation — where required by applicable law

5. Cookies and tracking

We use strictly necessary cookies for site functionality, and optional analytics cookies to understand site usage. You can opt out of analytics cookies via our cookie preference centre.

6. Data sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with sub-processors (hosting, analytics, email) who are bound by data processing agreements. We disclose data to authorities only where legally required.

7. Data retention

Contact form submissions are retained for up to 3 years unless you request deletion. Newsletter subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe. You may request deletion at any time by emailing privacy@thefinecode.com.

8. Your rights

Under GDPR and similar laws, you have the right to: access your data, correct inaccuracies, request erasure, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. Exercise these rights by contacting privacy@thefinecode.com.

9. Security

We use HTTPS for all data in transit. Access to personal data is restricted to personnel who need it. We review security practices regularly.

10. Contact

For privacy questions: privacy@thefinecode.com