Privacy & Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 19th 2025

At Partanen Consulting Group, we are committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit or use our website www.partanenconsulting.com (the “Website”), whether as a visitor, consultant, client, or affiliate.

This policy is issued in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Finnish data protection laws.

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1. Who We Are

Partanen Consulting Group Oy
Email: info@partanenconsulting.com
Website: www.partanenconsulting.com
Data Controller for personal data collected on the Website.

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2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

a. Provided by You

• Name, email address, phone number
  
• Job title, company name
  
• CV, professional skills, experience
  
• Profile photo, social media links (if provided)
  
• Affiliate links or banking details for commissions (if applicable)
  
• Messages submitted via contact forms
  

b. Automatically Collected

• IP address and browser information
  
• Device type and operating system
  
• Pages visited, referral links, and time on site
  
• Cookies and analytics data (see Cookie Policy below)
  

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3. How We Use Your Data

We process your data to:

• Create and manage your account
  
• Facilitate consultant-client matching
  
• Respond to your inquiries and requests
  
• Process affiliate registrations and commissions
  
• Improve our services and user experience
  
• Send you service-related emails or updates
  
• Fulfill legal obligations
  

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

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4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

• Your consent (e.g. newsletter sign-up, cookies)
  
• Contractual necessity (e.g. to provide services)
  
• Legitimate interest (e.g. platform improvement, fraud prevention)
  
• Legal obligations (e.g. financial recordkeeping)
  

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5. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary:

• Active accounts: until you delete or request removal
  
• Inactive or rejected users: up to 12 months
  
• Legal/financial data: as required by law (typically 6 years)
  

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6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

• Service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics, email services)
  
• Clients (if you are a consultant being matched)
  
• Consultants (if you are a client submitting a request)
  
• Legal or regulatory bodies if required by law
  

All service providers are bound by confidentiality and GDPR-compliant data processing agreements.

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7. International Data Transfers

We primarily store data within the EU/EEA. If data is transferred outside the EU, it will be protected by:

• Adequacy decisions (e.g. countries recognized by the EU)
  
• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the EU Commission
  

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8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the data we hold about you
  
• Correct inaccurate or outdated data
  
• Request deletion of your data
  
• Object to or restrict processing
  
• Withdraw consent at any time
  
• File a complaint with the Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman:
  https://tietosuoja.fi/en/notification-to-the-data-protection-ombudsman
  

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@partanenconsulting.com.

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9. Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us improve performance and personalize your experience.

a. Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies – Required for site functionality (e.g. login sessions).
  
• Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how visitors use the Website (e.g. Google Analytics).
  
• Preference Cookies – Store user preferences (e.g. language).
  
• Marketing Cookies – Used to track referrals (e.g. affiliate tracking cookies).
  

b. Managing Cookies

When you visit the Website, you are given the option to accept or manage cookies. You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings.

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect functionality.

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10. Data Security

We use secure servers, encryption, and access controls to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

If you believe your data has been compromised, please contact us immediately.

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11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect legal changes or improvements in our services. Changes will be published on this page, with the “Last Updated” date revised accordingly.

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12. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or concerns:

Partanen Consulting Group Oy
Email: info@partanenconsulting.com
Website: www.partanenconsulting.com