This Privacy Policy was last updated January 2025. This website is operated by OtherFolk Ltd (“we” or “us”). We respect your privacy and recognise that when you choose to provide us with personal information, you trust us to manage it responsibly. This policy explains how we use your personal data. If you want to know more specifically about how we use cookies, please refer to the Cookies section below.What Information Do We Collect?We may collect the following personal information when you interact with our website: Name; Email address; Telephone number; Information provided in job applications (e.g., sensitive personal information like ethnic origin)How We Use Your InformationWe process your personal information for several purposes. Our legal basis for processing this data is outlined below:
To Provide Requested Information: Such as newsletters, bulletins, or responding to queries.
To Improve User Experience: Understanding how you use our website to deliver better services.
Job Applications: To review and process applications.
Our legal bases for processing your personal information are:
Consent: We process your information only if you have provided explicit consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
Legitimate Interests: We process your information to improve the user experience and assess job applications.For cookie-related data, please refer to the "Cookies" section below.Do We Share Your Information with Third Parties?We may share your personal information with:
Group Companies & Affiliates: To process your data for the purposes mentioned.
Third-Party Business Partners: For example, marketing agencies or other service providers (e.g., Webflow, Ionos, HubSpot). We will only share necessary information and ensure they comply with confidentiality obligations.
Legal Disclosures: We may share your information if required by law or in response to legal requests.How We Protect Your InformationWe implement security measures to ensure your personal information is secure, including using reputable platforms such as Webflow, HubSpot, and Ionos. These services use industry-standard practices such as encryption and secure servers to protect your data.How Long Do We Keep Your Information?We retain your personal data for up to 24 months. After this period, we will securely delete or anonymize the data unless retention is required for legal reasons.
CookiesWhat Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your preferences and improve your website experience. We use cookies to gather anonymous data about website usage.
Types of Cookies We UseFirst-Party Cookies: Set by OtherFolk's website.
Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services, like Webflow or HubSpot.
Persistent Cookies: Stored for a set period to remember your preferences.
Session Cookies: Active only during a browsing session and deleted after you close your browser.
Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality (e.g., secure areas).
Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous data to improve website performance.By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies. If you wish to disable or delete cookies, please follow the instructions in your browser settings. Be aware that some website features may not function correctly if you disable cookies.User RightsYou have the following rights under data protection laws:
Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: Correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
Data Portability: Request your personal data in a machine-readable format, and transfer it to another provider.
Erasure or Restriction: Ask us to delete or limit the processing of your personal data.
Object to Processing: In some circumstances, you can object to us processing your personal data.
Withdraw Consent: If your data is processed based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.Please contact us via hello@otherfolk.studio to exercise these rights.Third-Party WebsitesOur website may contain links to third-party websites, which are not governed by this privacy policy. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.Data Protection OfficerYou can contact our Data Protection Officer at hello@otherfolk.studio for any questions or concerns related to this policy or your data.Changes to This Privacy PolicyWe may update this policy as necessary to reflect changes in our data processing practices or comply with legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.