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Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy 

Effective Date: February 15, 2013
Last Updated: April 10, 2025

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Akadia Group Ltd. ("we", "our", or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the UK GDPR, EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and applicable U.S. state laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

 

1. Information We Collect

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We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Full name, email address, phone number, mailing address.

  • Business Information: Company name, job title, industry, service interests.

  • Identification Documents: For immigration and investment services.

  • Payment Data: Billing address, payment card details (via secure third-party providers).

  • Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, and cookies.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

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We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide our services (e.g., business consulting, investment support, immigration assistance).

  • To process transactions and manage client accounts.

  • To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.

  • To comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.

  • For marketing communications, where permitted.

 

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

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We only process personal data when legally permitted. This includes:

  • Consent – when you explicitly agree (e.g., newsletter sign-up).

  • Contractual necessity – to fulfill a service you requested.

  • Legal obligation – to comply with local, UK, or EU regulations.

  • Legitimate interests – such as business development, unless your rights override our interests.

 

4. Data Storage and Security

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Your data is stored securely in encrypted systems hosted in the UK, EU, and/or North America. We implement industry-standard security measures (e.g., SSL encryption, access controls) to protect against data breaches or unauthorized access.

 

5. Sharing Your Data

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We do not sell your data. We may share your data with:

  • Trusted partners and service providers (e.g., immigration lawyers, universities, investment platforms).

  • Regulatory authorities, when legally required.

  • Third-party payment processors (who meet PCI DSS compliance).

 

All partners must comply with our privacy standards and applicable data protection laws.

 

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Website functionality and security

  • Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Advertising (only with consent)

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

 

7. International Data Transfers

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Where data is transferred outside of the UK/EU (e.g., to Canada or the USA), we ensure an adequate level of protection through:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

  • Data processing agreements

  • Appropriate safeguard measures

 

8. Your Rights

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Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your data.

  • Object to or restrict processing.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

  • Request data portability.

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority (ICO, EDPB, etc.)

 

To exercise your rights, please contact us at:
📧 info@akadiagroup.com

 

9. Data Retention

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We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, regulatory, and tax obligations.

 

10. Children’s Privacy

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Our services are not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

 

11. Changes to This Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our services signifies your agreement to these terms.

 

12. Contact Us

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For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights:

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    Akadia Group Ltd
📍 Lytchett House, 

    13 Freeland Park, 

    Wareham Road, 

    Poole, Dorset, 

    BH16 6FA


📧 info@akadiagroup.com


📞 +44 161 884 1046

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