Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 03/01/2026
1.
Introduction
Kress
Cooper Chartered Accountants is committed to protecting the privacy and
confidentiality of personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect,
use, store, and safeguard personal information when individuals interact with
our website or use our accounting, tax, and advisory services. As a firm
affiliated with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
(ICAEW), we adhere to high professional and ethical standards, including strict
confidentiality obligations. Our handling of personal data follows generally
accepted data protection principles and applicable privacy laws.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process personal
information necessary to provide our professional services and maintain
effective communication with clients and website users. This may include
personal identification information such as names, contact details, and business
information. In the course of delivering accounting, taxation, and advisory
services, we may also receive financial data, accounting records, and other
relevant documentation required to fulfil our professional responsibilities. In
addition, certain technical information, such as IP addresses, browser types,
device information, and website usage data, may be collected through standard
website technologies such as cookies.
3. How We
Use Your Information
The information we collect is used primarily
to provide professional accounting, taxation, and advisory services and to
respond to enquiries or requests submitted through our website or communication
channels. Personal data may also be used to manage client relationships,
deliver contracted services, comply with professional or regulatory
obligations, improve our services and website functionality, and communicate
relevant updates or information about our services where appropriate.
4. Legal
Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on legitimate
business purposes and applicable legal requirements. Personal data may be
processed when it is necessary to perform services requested by a client or to
fulfil contractual obligations. In some cases, processing may also be required
to comply with professional, regulatory, or legal responsibilities. We may also
process personal data where it is necessary for our legitimate business
interests, provided such processing does not override the rights and freedoms of
individuals. Where required, consent will be obtained before processing
personal data for specific purposes such as marketing communications.
5. Data
Sharing
In order to deliver professional services
effectively, we may share relevant information with trusted third parties such
as regulatory authorities, government bodies, professional advisers, and
service providers including secure cloud software platforms and IT support
providers. Any sharing of personal data is conducted only when necessary and in
accordance with applicable privacy and confidentiality obligations. As an
ICAEW-affiliated firm, we maintain strict professional standards and ensure
that third parties handling data on our behalf apply appropriate security and
privacy protections. We do not sell personal information to third parties.
6. Data
Security
Kress Cooper Chartered Accountants implements
appropriate technical and organisational security measures designed to protect
personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Access to personal information is restricted to authorised personnel who
require the information to perform their professional duties. We maintain
secure systems and procedures consistent with professional standards applicable
to accounting and advisory firms.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as
necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with
professional, regulatory, or legal obligations. In many cases, accounting and
tax records must be retained for a minimum period required by applicable laws
or professional standards. Once the retention period has expired, personal data
may be securely deleted or anonymised unless longer retention is required for
legitimate business or legal reasons.
8. Your Data Protection Rights
Individuals may have certain rights regarding
their personal data under applicable data protection laws. These rights may
include the ability to request access to personal information held about them,
request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data, request deletion of
personal data where appropriate, object to or restrict certain types of
processing, and request the transfer of personal data to another organisation
where technically feasible. Individuals wishing to exercise any of these rights
may contact us using the details provided in this policy.
9. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar
technologies to enhance user experience, analyse website traffic, and improve
website functionality. Cookies allow us to understand how visitors interact
with our website so that we can improve navigation and performance. Users can
manage or disable cookies through their browser settings if they prefer not to
allow certain tracking technologies.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external
websites operated by third parties. These websites have their own privacy
policies and practices, and Kress Cooper Chartered Accountants does not accept
responsibility for the content, security, or privacy practices of external
websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party
websites they visit.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy
Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact:
Kress Cooper Chartered Accountants
Email: uk@kresscooper.com
Address: 45 Temple Road, Richmond, TW9 2EB,
London
Phone: +44 20 3959 7779
12. Changes
to This Policy
Kress Cooper Chartered Accountants may update
this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements,
professional standards, or business practices. Any updates will be published on
this page along with the updated revision date.
