Privacy & Cookies Policy

1. Introduction

Tanner Legal Advisory ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy and Cookies Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.tannerlegaladvisory.com (the "Website"). Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Subscribe to our newsletter or insights
• Request a consultation or legal services
• Participate in surveys or provide feedback

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Company name and position
• Nature of legal inquiry or matter
• Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing actions, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Date and time of visits

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide legal services
• Send you newsletters, updates, and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Improve our Website and services
• Analyze Website usage and trends
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or security threats
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
• Maintain records for professional and regulatory purposes

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Track your browsing habits to deliver relevant advertisements

4.3 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. However, please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our Website may not function properly.

5. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., website hosting, email services, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure server infrastructure and encryption
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service provider
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Sierra Leone. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy and Cookies Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy and Cookies Policy or our data practices, please contact us: