At THE NEST, we take your privacy seriously. We believe in transparency, respect, and protecting your information as carefully as we protect our planet

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This policy explains how we collect, use, and store your personal data when you interact with us, whether through our website, events, or services.

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1. Who we are

We are THE NEST (company no.10482346) a retail consultancy supporting conscious maternity, baby, and children’s brands. Our mission is to help businesses grow responsibly while protecting our planet for future generations.

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If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is used, please contact us at:
📧 nicola@thenest.uk.com
📮 THE NEST, Hay Barn, Rectory Farm, Little Chishill, Royston, Herts, SG8 8PB

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2. What information we collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact details (such as name, email address, phone number) if you get in touch with us or sign up for updates.

• Business details (such as company name, role, services you’re interested in) if you enquire about working with us.

• Technical information (such as cookies, IP address, browser type) when you visit our website, for analytics and site performance.

 

3. How we use your information

We only use your information when we have a lawful reason to do so. This may include:

• Responding to your enquiries.

• Sending you updates, insights, or event invitations (if you’ve opted in).

• Carrying out consultancy work for you or your business.

• Improving our website and services through analytics.

We will never sell your personal information.

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4. Sharing your information

We may share your information with trusted third parties who help us deliver our services, such as:

• Email and newsletter platforms (e.g. Mailchimp).

• Website analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics).

• Freelance consultants who work with us on projects.

All partners we work with are required to protect your data in line with UK GDPR.

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5. How long we keep your information

We keep your personal information only for as long as necessary:

• Contact and business details: while we’re actively working with you or you’ve opted to receive updates.

• Financial records: as required by law (usually six years).

• Analytics data: usually no longer than 26 months.

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6. Your rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.

• Ask us to correct or update inaccurate data.

• Request deletion of your data (where legally possible).

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at nicola@thenest.uk.com.

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7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve performance and understand how visitors use our site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

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8. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

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