MCP Website Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

1. Introduction

MCP Insight (“We”, “Us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit www.mcpinsight.com and your rights under the UK and EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. The Data We Collect

We collect data in two ways:

  • Information you provide: Name, email, and company details when you use our contact form or subscribe to updates.
  • Information collected automatically: IP addresses, browser type, and usage patterns via cookies to improve site performance.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We only process your data where we have a legal ground to do so:

  • Consent: For sending marketing newsletters (which you can withdraw at any time).
  • Contract: To provide services you have requested from us.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our website and respond to general inquiries.

4. Data Retention

We do not keep your data longer than necessary.

  • Inquiry Data: Deleted after 2 years if no business relationship is established.
  • Client Data: Retained for the duration of the contract plus 7 years for legal and tax purposes.

5. International Data Transfers

Your data is stored within the UK/EEA. If we transfer data to third parties outside these zones (e.g., using a US-based email service), we ensure Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or Adequacy Decisions are in place to guarantee your data receives the same level of protection.

6. Your Rights

Under the GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
  • Erasure: Request we delete your data (“Right to be Forgotten”).
  • Object/Restrict: Stop us from processing your data for specific reasons.
  • Portability: Request your data be moved to another provider.

To exercise these rights, please email our Data Protection Lead at david@mcpinsight.com. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Security

We use industry-standard encryption (SSL) and strict internal access controls to prevent unauthorized access. In the event of a data breach, we will notify the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and affected individuals within 72 hours where required.

8. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience. You can manage your preferences via our Cookie Consent Banner or your browser settings. For a full list of cookies, visit our Cookie Policy.

9. How to Complain

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.