Privacy & Cookie Policy

Nicholas Peters & Co respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

Who we are

Nicholas Peters Business Solutions Limited is a firm of Accountants based in Cyprus. Expert accountants with 20+ years combined expertise, serving businesses across UK, Cyprus, and Greece. We provide comprehensive accounting, tax planning, and business advisory services to help you optimize your finances and accelerate growth.

Company Details:

Registration Number: HE476602

Email: info@np-accountancy.com

Information we collect

Information you provide

  • Contact forms: Name, email address, phone number, message content
  • Email communications: Email address and correspondence content
  • Phone calls: Contact details and conversation records for service delivery
  • Client services: Personal and business information necessary for accounting services

Information we collect automatically

  • Website usage: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve website functionality
  • Analytics data: Anonymous usage statistics to improve our website

How we use your information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Service delivery: To provide accounting, and advisory services
  • Communication: To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
  • Legal compliance: To meet regulatory and professional obligations
  • Website improvement: To analyze usage and enhance user experience
  • Marketing: To send relevant information about our services (with consent)

Legal basis for processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Legitimate interests: For business operations and website functionality
  • Contract performance: To deliver accounting and professional services
  • Legal obligation: To comply with regulatory requirements
  • Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential cookies

Data retention

We retain your personal data for the following periods:

  • Contact inquiries: Up to 2 years unless you become a client
  • Client records: Minimum 6 years as required by professional standards
  • Website analytics: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Marketing data: Until you withdraw consent

Sharing your information

We may share your information with:

  • Professional advisors: Lawyers, insurers, and other professionals
  • Regulatory bodies: ACCA, ICPAC, and other authorities as required
  • Service providers: IT support, cloud storage, and communication tools
  • Legal requirements: When required by law or court order

We never sell your personal data to third parties.

Your rights

Under EU GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Withdraw consent: For marketing and non-essential cookies

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@np-accountancy.com

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site usage.

Essential cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off:

  • Session cookies: Remember your preferences during your visit
  • Security cookies: Protect against fraud and ensure site security

Analytics cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website:

  • _ga: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 2 years)
  • _ga_*: Maintains session state (expires after 2 years)
  • _gid: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 24 hours)

Managing cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
  • You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting: Google Analytics Opt-out
  • Disabling cookies may affect website functionality

Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure cloud storage with reputable providers
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Staff training on data protection
  • Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

International transfers

Some of our service providers may be located outside the UK/EU. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure adequate protection through appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

Changes to this policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated "last modified" date.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:

Nicholas Peters Business Solutions Limited

Email: info@np-accountancy.com

Last updated: December 2024