Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how I, Rachel Hughes, collect, use and protect any personal information you provide when using this website or contacting me.

Who I am

I am Rachel Hughes, a Business Consultant based in the UK.

If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact me via the contact details provided on this website.

What information I collect

I may collect and process the following information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Business details you choose to share

  • Information submitted via contact forms or enquiry forms

  • Website usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)

How I use your information

Your information is used to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Arrange and manage discovery calls

  • Understand your business needs

  • Provide consulting services if you become a client

  • Improve my website and services

I do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Lawful basis for processing

Under UK GDPR, I process your data based on:

  • Your consent (when you submit a form or contact me)

  • Legitimate interest (to respond to enquiries and operate my business)

How long I keep your data

I only keep personal data for as long as necessary:

  • Enquiry data: up to 12–24 months if no further engagement occurs

  • Client data: retained for the duration of the working relationship and as required for legal or tax purposes

Cookies and analytics

This website may use cookies to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site

  • Improve website performance

  • Track basic analytics (e.g. page visits, traffic sources)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

Your rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction of your data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact me using the details on this website.

Changes to this policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page.