Legal
Privacy policy
How Northbit handles personal data when you use thenorthbit.com or contact us.
Last updated: [PLACEHOLDER: last updated date]
Who we are
Northbit (Northbit Technologies) operates thenorthbit.com. We are based in Pakistan and work with UK businesses.
The data controller is [PLACEHOLDER: legal name of data controller]. Contact: hello@thenorthbit.com.
Data we collect
- Enquiry details — name, email, business name and message
- Booking details when you schedule a call
- Technical data — limited server logs (IP, browser, pages) for security
- Cookies — see below
Lawful bases
- Legitimate interests — respond to enquiries, improve and secure the site
- Contract — steps before or during a contract
- Consent — contact form tick box; cookies where required
- Legal obligation — tax and other legal records
Processors
Hosting, email delivery (Resend), form handling, booking tool — each only as needed under agreements.
International transfers
Northbit is based in Pakistan. Some processors may process data in the UK, EEA, US or elsewhere. Where data leaves the UK, we rely on safeguards recognised under UK GDPR (including IDTA / SCCs where appropriate).
Retention
- Enquiries: up to 12 months
- Business and contract records: up to 6 years
- Server logs: short period for security
Your rights
Access, correction, erasure, restriction, objection, portability where applicable, and withdraw consent. Email hello@thenorthbit.com.
Cookies
Essential storage only for the site to work. Analytics or marketing cookies, if added later, will require consent and an updated policy.
Complaints
Contact us first. You may also complain to the ICO at ico.org.uk.