Who We Are

Beztec is a UK-based IT consultancy specializing in data protection, compliance auditing, and secure digital solutions. We are committed to safeguarding your personal information in accordance with global data protection laws, including the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, HIPAA, PCI DSS, PIPEDA, LGPD, POPIA, APPI, PDPA, and China’s PIPL.

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect personal data when you:

  • Leave comments or submit forms
  • Upload media
  • Subscribe to newsletters
  • Interact with embedded content
  • Use login or account features

Types of data collected:

  • Name, email, and contact details
  • IP address and browser information
  • Uploaded media (excluding location metadata)
  • Cookies and usage preferences

We use this data to:

  • Improve site functionality
  • Detect spam and security threats
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Provide personalized content and services

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience. You may opt-in to save your details for future visits. Cookies are used for:

  • Login and session management
  • Display preferences
  • Analytics and embedded content

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

Embedded Content

Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, maps, forms) from third-party platforms. These platforms may collect data independently, including tracking your interaction if you’re logged in to their services.

Data Sharing

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

  • Spam detection services
  • Hosting and analytics providers
  • Regulatory bodies if legally required

International Transfers

If data is transferred outside the UK or EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

Data Retention

  • Comments and metadata: retained indefinitely
  • Registered user profiles: retained until deleted by user or admin
  • Contact form submissions: retained for up to 12 months for support and audit purposes

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccuracies
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

Security Measures

We implement technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data, including:

  • Encryption
  • Access controls
  • Regular audits
  • Breach notification protocols

Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, please contact us via the contact form.

Effective Date: 1 July 2019 – Last Updated: 5 August 2025