1. Who We Are
This website is operated by Nick Bottai, a fractional CMO and commercial growth consultant based in the United Kingdom.
Data Controller: Nick Bottai
Website: nickbottai.com
Contact: info@nickbottai.com
ICO Registration: Nick Bottai is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) as required under UK GDPR.
2. What Data We Collect
We collect personal data in the following ways:
| Data Type | How Collected | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Name & Email address | Lead magnet forms, contact forms | To deliver requested content; to follow up on enquiries |
| Usage & browsing data | Google Analytics, HubSpot tracking | To understand how visitors use the site and improve content |
| IP address | Automatically (server logs, analytics) | Security, analytics, geographic data |
| Device & browser data | Google Analytics | To optimise site performance across devices |
| Email engagement data | HubSpot (email opens, clicks) | To understand relevance of communications sent |
We do not collect sensitive personal data (health, financial, biometric, or similar categories).
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following legal bases:
- Consent — when you submit a form or opt in to receive content, you are giving explicit consent for us to contact you and store your data.
- Legitimate Interests — for analytics and website performance tracking, where our interest in understanding site usage does not override your rights.
- Contract — where data is necessary to fulfil a service or engagement you have entered into.
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or clicking unsubscribe in any email.
4. How We Use Your Data
- To deliver downloadable content you have requested (e.g. guides, reports)
- To respond to enquiries submitted via contact forms
- To send relevant follow-up communications where consent has been given
- To analyse website traffic and improve site content and performance
- To maintain records of professional interactions and enquiries
We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party tools to operate this website. Each acts as a data processor on our behalf:
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| HubSpot | CRM, form handling, email communications | Name, email, browsing behaviour | HubSpot Privacy Policy |
| Google Analytics | Website traffic analysis | Anonymised usage data, IP address | Google Privacy Policy |
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with any other third parties for their own marketing purposes.
6. How Long We Keep Your Data
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Contact form submissions | 3 years from last interaction, or until deletion is requested |
| Email subscriber records | Until unsubscribe request is received |
| Analytics data (Google Analytics) | 14 months (Google default retention) |
| HubSpot CRM records | 3 years from last interaction, or until deletion is requested |
7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
As a UK resident, you have the following rights over your personal data:
Right of Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Restrict Processing
Request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Portability
Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@nickbottai.com. We will respond within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
8. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. Data submitted through forms is transmitted via encrypted HTTPS connections and stored within HubSpot’s secure infrastructure.
In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify the ICO within 72 hours and affected individuals without undue delay.
9. International Data Transfers
HubSpot and Google Analytics may process data on servers located outside the UK. Both providers operate under appropriate safeguards (UK adequacy decisions or Standard Contractual Clauses) to ensure your data is protected to UK GDPR standards. For details, refer to their respective privacy policies linked in Section 5.
10. Cookies
This website uses cookies to function and to analyse usage. For full details of the cookies used on this site — including how to manage your preferences — please read our Cookie Policy.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will always show when it was last revised. Continued use of this website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact & Complaints
For any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data:
Nick Bottai
Email: info@nickbottai.com
Website: nickbottai.com