Privacy policy.

Effective Date: October 2025

Hakim Film Co Ltd ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following data about you:

  • Information you provide directly: When you fill out contact forms, sign up for updates, or communicate with us (e.g., name, email address, phone number).

  • Technical data: Such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behaviour via cookies and analytics tools.

  • Business-related information: If you work with us, we may collect company details, billing information, and correspondence relevant to the services we provide.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for:

  • Responding to enquiries or requests

  • Providing our services to clients

  • Sending updates or marketing communications (only if you’ve opted in)

  • Analysing website performance and improving user experience

  • Fulfilling legal or regulatory obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide personal data for marketing communications.

  • Legitimate interests: For running our business, improving services, and communicating with clients.

  • Contractual necessity: When processing is needed to perform a contract with you.

  • Legal obligations: For compliance with applicable laws.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with trusted third parties such as:

  • Service providers (e.g., website hosting, email marketing platforms)

  • Professional advisors (e.g., accountants, legal representatives)

  • Regulators or law enforcement if required by law

All third-party providers are required to respect your data and comply with GDPR.

5. Data Storage & Security

We store your personal information securely and only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for. Typically, we retain enquiry data for up to 12 months, client-related data for up to 7 years after completion of a project (to comply with financial and contractual obligations), and marketing data until you withdraw consent. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, or loss.

6. International Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the UK or EEA, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other recognised mechanisms.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Object to processing based on legitimate interests

  • Request restriction of processing or portability of your data

  • Withdraw consent for marketing at any time

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

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyse traffic. We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to collect aggregated information about website usage. Where possible, IP addresses are anonymised before being stored. No personally identifiable data is used for analytics unless you have provided explicit consent. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites and encourage you to read their privacy statements.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.

11. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Hakim Film Co Ltd Company Registration Number: 16362545
Email: hello@hakimfilmco.com
www.hakimfilmco.com

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