PRIVACY POLICY

Document ID: PP-001
Version: 1.0
Last updated: 12/04/2026

  1. Who We Are

[Your Business Name] is an international survey and research organisation operating across the United States, United Kingdom, and European Economic Area. We specialise in collecting and analysing data to produce insights for clients, while maintaining strong commitments to privacy, transparency, and data protection.

Contact details:

  • Email: info@aq-insights.com
  • Address: TBA

 

  1. Who This Policy Applies To

Our services are intended for adults aged 18 and over only. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18.

 

  1. What Data We Collect

Information you provide

We collect personal data directly from participants, including contact details, survey responses, and any optional information you choose to provide.

Automatically collected data

We collect technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns to ensure security, prevent fraud, and improve user experience.

Sensitive data

Some surveys may include sensitive personal data (such as health information, demographic data, or opinions). These questions will always be clearly identified, and we will obtain your explicit consent where required.

 

  1. Panel Participation and Profiling

Where participants engage via research panels, we may receive demographic information, participation history, and pseudonymised identifiers.

This allows us to:

  • Match individuals to relevant surveys
  • Avoid duplicate or unsuitable survey invitations
  • Support longitudinal and trend-based research
  • Improve data quality and research accuracy

 

We may use profiling techniques to determine survey suitability. This does not involve automated decision-making that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

If you participate through a third-party panel provider, that provider may process your data under their own privacy policy. We are not responsible for their data practices.

 

  1. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data to:

  • Conduct surveys and research
  • Analyse responses and generate insights
  • Perform longitudinal and trend analysis
  • Improve our services and methodologies
  • Communicate with participants where necessary
  • Maintain security and prevent fraud

Survey results are typically used in aggregated or anonymised form.

 

  1. Legal Basis for Processing

United States

We process personal data in accordance with applicable US privacy laws, including providing rights to access, delete, or control personal data where required.

United Kingdom & European Economic Area

We rely on:

  • Consent (survey participation and sensitive data)
  • Legitimate interests (research and service improvement)
  • Legal obligations

 

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

 

  1. How We Share Your Data

We may share data with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics, survey tools)
  • Research clients (in anonymised or aggregated form only)
  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required

We do not sell personal data.

 

  1. International Data Transfers

As a global organisation, data may be transferred between the US, UK, and EEA. Where required, we implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses to protect personal data.

 

  1. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary.

Identifiable survey data may be retained for up to 24 months where required for longitudinal research and analysis. Where ongoing tracking is not necessary, data is anonymised within 12 months.

Data used for long-term research is stored in a pseudonymised format, and direct identifiers are removed or stored separately.

Anonymised data may be retained indefinitely.

We periodically review and securely delete or anonymise data that is no longer required.

 

  1. Your Rights

United States

Depending on your state, you may have rights to:

  • Access your data
  • Request deletion
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Opt out of certain processing

 

United Kingdom & EEA

You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Data portability

 

To exercise your rights, contact: [your@email.com]

 

  1. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures, including secure systems, access controls, and encryption where appropriate.

 

  1. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that process data under their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party practices.

 

  1. Complaints

United States

You may contact your state regulator or attorney general.

United Kingdom

You may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk

European Economic Area

You may contact your local data protection authority.

 

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised date.

 

📄 PARTICIPANT CONSENT NOTICE

Document ID: PCN-001
Version: 1.0

Who We Are

This survey is conducted by [Your Business Name].

Purpose

This survey is conducted for research and analysis purposes. Your responses will contribute to aggregated insights.

Participation

Participation is voluntary and limited to individuals aged 18 or over. You may skip questions or withdraw at any time before submission.

Data Collection

We collect survey responses and technical data (such as IP address and device information) to ensure data integrity and prevent fraud.

Sensitive Data

Some surveys may include sensitive questions. These will be clearly identified and require explicit consent.

Panel Participation

If you participate via a panel provider:

  • They may share limited data such as demographics or a unique ID
  • They may manage incentives or rewards
  • Their privacy policy also applies

 

Use of Data

Your responses are analysed and typically anonymised. Identifiable data is not shared with clients.

 

Consent

By proceeding, you confirm that:

  • You are 18 or over
  • You understand this notice
  • You consent to data processing as described

 

  1. Panel Data

Where data is collected via third-party panels:

  • Panel providers act as independent data controllers
  • We receive pseudonymised or limited identifiable data
  • We are not responsible for panel provider practices

 

  1. Client Obligations

Clients agree:

  • Not to attempt to re-identify individuals
  • To use data only for lawful research purposes
  • To comply with applicable data protection laws

 

  1. Data Subject Rights

We will support data subject rights requests as required by law.

  1. Liability

Each party is responsible for its own compliance with applicable data protection laws.