IT-Elf is operated by Martin Pistorius as a sole trader in the United Kingdom. For the purposes of data protection law, IT-Elf is the data controller of any personal information collected through this website.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected and used when you visit this website or contact IT-Elf.
Information collected
IT-Elf only collects personal information that you choose to provide.
This may include:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your business or organisation name (if provided)
- Your website address (if provided)
- The contents of your message
This information is collected through the contact form or direct email correspondence.
How your information is used
Your information is used solely to:
- Respond to your enquiry
- Provide information about services you have requested
- Maintain communication relating to a potential or ongoing project
Your information will not be sold, rented, or shared for marketing purposes.
Legal basis for processing
Personal data provided through contact enquiries is processed on the basis of legitimate interest, specifically to respond to enquiries and provide requested services.
Where analytics cookies are used, processing is based on your consent. You may withdraw your consent at any time using the cookie settings available on this website.
Data storage and retention
Contact form submissions are securely stored within the website system and may also be sent by email for notification purposes.
Enquiries are retained for up to 12 months unless they lead to a client relationship, in which case relevant information may be retained for business, legal, accounting, or regulatory purposes as required.
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time.
Data security
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are in place to protect personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse.
Cookies
This website uses essential cookies necessary for its basic operation and security.
With your consent, analytics cookies may also be used to help understand how visitors use the website and to improve its performance and content. These cookies are not activated unless you choose to accept them through the cookie banner.
You can accept, reject, or adjust your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings link available on the site.
No marketing or advertising cookies are used.
Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data held about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been handled improperly. Further information is available at www.ico.org.uk.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact IT-Elf using the contact form on this website.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please use the contact form on this website.
This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in services or legal requirements.
This policy was last updated in March 2026.