GDPR compliance

GDPR-compliant Privacy Policy (EU)

Sahara Advisory respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal data when you interact with our website, services, or communications:

Personal Identification Data:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Company / business details

Technical Data:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Transactional Data:

• Payment information (processed securely via Stripe; we do not store full card details)

• Membership status and purchase history

Communication Data:

• Messages sent through contact forms or emails

• Call booking or inquiry information

How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

1. Service Delivery:

   • To provide our consultancy services, digital studies, and membership benefits.

2. Lead Management & Marketing:

   • To follow up on inquiries, provide quotes, and send relevant updates.

3. Payment & Membership Management:

   • To process payments, manage subscriptions, and deliver purchased content.

4. Legal Compliance:

   • To meet GDPR obligations, respond to requests, and maintain records.

5. Website Analytics & Optimization:

   • To improve user experience, monitor traffic, and track conversion performance.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, our legal basis for processing your personal data includes:

• Consent: You provide explicit consent when submitting forms or subscribing to services.

• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to deliver requested services or complete purchases.

• Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable EU laws and regulations.

• Legitimate Interest: For operational purposes, fraud prevention, and business improvement.

Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with:

• Service Providers: Stripe (payments), CRM providers, website hosting, analytics providers

• Legal Authorities: When required by law or for fraud prevention

• Internal Team Members: Authorized personnel responsible for service delivery and customer support

Note: We do not sell or trade your personal information to third parties.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve user experience

• Track website performance and visitor interactions

• Enable marketing and analytics

You may choose to accept or reject cookies via our cookie consent banner. Some features may not function fully if cookies are disabled.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As an EU resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

1. Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

2. Rectification: Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.

3. Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your personal data.

4. Restriction of Processing: Limit how your data is used.

5. Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

6. Object: Object to the processing of your personal data for marketing or other purposes.

7. Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting the legality of processing before withdrawal.