Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Website Privacy Policy
USING OUR WEBSITE
Whilst we endeavour to ensure the content of our website (kncloudaccounting.co.uk) is accurate and reliable, use of this website is offered free of charge and on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any representation or endorsement made and without warranty of any kind whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of satisfactory quality, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, compatibility, security and accuracy.
KN Cloud Accounting accepts no responsibility for any loss, financial or otherwise, resulting from the content of our website.
In no event will KN Cloud Accounting be liable for any damages including, without limitation, indirect or consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever arising from use or loss of use, data, or profits, whether in action of contract, negligence or other tortious action, arising out of or in connection with the use of this website.
Use of this website constitutes your acceptance of these terms and conditions, which take effect immediately on your first use of the website.
KN Cloud Accounting reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time by posting changes online.
KN Cloud Accounting is not responsible or liable for the content of any external websites linked to from this site.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT ON OUR WEBSITE
This Policy explains how KN Cloud Accounting uses information we collect and how you can limit our use of that data.
- We do not collect personal information ie. Name or Address by automated methods. If you choose to supply us with your name and email address to make an enquiry, we will use this data to follow up your request for information.
- We do collect information (that does not identify you) to evaluate our site and ensure that it performs appropriately.
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Our Full Privacy Notice
Introduction
At KN Cloud Accounting we are entrusted with a large amount of personal data to store for our clients. It Is important to us that our client’s data is kept safe under our protection.
HMRC guidelines state that by law we must store any data that relates to our client’s accounts for 6 years. After 6 years it is our obligation to delete any data relating to that client. For new and existing clients, once a proposal is signed, KN Cloud Accounting are given permission to store any personal data that is required to complete the relevant work.
All our software is in the cloud and so each piece of software is GDPR compliant.
Please read the rest of the document for more information, if you have any questions please email kathryn@kncloudaccounting or phone 07851 287865.
Who we are?
KN Cloud Accounting is a small sole trade business. The data controller is Kathryn Newing who can be contacted via email on kathryn@kncloudaccounting.co.uk or via telephone on 07851 287 865.
What information do we collect?
At KN Cloud Accounting we collect a variety of data. When a Client signs our proposal, this gives us permission to store any necessary data.
Listed below is the data we always request:
- Full Name
- Date Of Birth
- Business Name
- Trading Name
- Postal Address
- Phone number
- Email Address
- Registered Office Address
- Trading Start Date
- Business Type
- Year End
- VAT Number (if applicable)
- Government Gateway Username and Password.
- PAYE Reference (If applicable)
- Bank Provider
- Account Number and Sort Code
- Registered Number
- Tax reference
- A utility bill
- A copy of passport
- Bank Statements
How do we use personal information?
KN Cloud Accounting use personal information for a variety of different reasons. Please see the most common reasons below:
- Account set up and administration
- Delivering marketing and events communication.
- Internal research and development purposes
- Internal work flow purposes
- Providing relevant services
- Legal obligations
- Meeting internal audit requirements
What legal basis do we have for processing your personal data?
As an accounting practice we have the legal obligation to store any data that helped us complete our clients accounts. This must be stored for a minimum of 6 years. No data will be stored if we do not have a signed proposal. If a client terminates their contract and wishes for their data to be removed, legally we cannot remove any data that relates to their accounts. This data will remain stored on HMRC.
When do we share personal data?
KN Cloud Accounting always treat personal data confidentially. Please see listed below the companies below that we may have to share your personal information with:
- HMRC – To file tax returns – VAT, self assessments, payroll etc.
- The Police – For any legal obligations
- A specific mortgage provider – If applying for a mortgage
- FreeAgent – To set up an account
- Xero – To set up an account.
- 12Cloud Payroll – To set up and run your payroll
- Auto-Enrolment pension providers – To set up and upload your auto enrolment pension obligations
All these companies use either secure online portals or postal services to ensure the data is
handled in the most secure way possible.
Where do we store and process personal data?
The majority of KN Cloud Accounting data is stored online, however we have the following
procedures in place for storing personal data within the office.
- Confidential post and/or hard copies of information is scanned and filed on Onedrive.
This is then shredded - If un-manned the office is locked.
- In the case of having to store a physical document, this is stored and locked
in a drawer or cupboard. All of which have their own keys and locks. - Each member of staff has their own Surface Book pro. These are protected via facial recognition and password and provide mobile office facility.
- Each member of staff has their own iPhone (models vary). These are protected via
finger print and passwords. These are taken home over night.
How do we secure personal data?
KN Cloud Accounting store data online through a variety of software.
Please see listed below what software we use, why and their own Privacy Policy.
- Onedrive – This is used as a document management system. Any important documents,
letters or emails are securely stored on Onedrive. Please follow the link
to see their Privacy Policy: https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-gb/privacystatement - Microsoft 365 – We Microsoft outlook as our email platform. Any secure data sent via email will be encrypted via share file. Any email addresses are stored securely via Microsoft. Please follow the link to their privacy policy: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/trustcenter/privacy/gdpr/solutions
- Xero – Xero is accounting software that our clients use. Xero is an option to
use, so data will only be stored if this software is chosen by the client.
It holds any information regarding the clients business. We also use Xero
to manage our own accounts. All our invoices are sent via Xero. Please
follow the link to see Xero’s Privacy Policy: https://www.xero.com/uk/about/terms/privacy/ - Docusign – Docusign is used so that clients can sign documents easily without
having to scan and send or physically come into the office. Please follow
the link to see their privacy policy: https://www.docusign.com/company/terms-and-conditions/schedule-docusign-signature/attachment-data-protection - Hubdoc
- AutoEntry
- 12Cloud Payroll – HMRC approved payroll software linking directly to HMRC. This is used to run payroll.
- Receipt bank: Many of our clients use this to keep track of purchases. This links
directly to Xero and Sage One. Please follow the link to their Privacy
Policy: https://www.receipt-bank.com/privacy-policy/ - HMRC – Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs is responsible for the collection of
taxes. Please follow the link to their Privacy policy: https://www.gov.uk/help/privacy-policy
How long do we keep your personal data for?
We legally have to store any data relating to our clients accounts for a minimum of 6 years. From the point of termination we will delete any data that was for internal use only. Then we must keep any data that helped us completed the job required for 6 years. After 6 years a notification will be sent and all data removed from Onedrive. We cannot remove data from HMRC or Companies House
Your rights in relation to personal data
Under GDPR you have the right to control your data. You have the right to:
- Access any personal information if requested.
- Restrict us to use any personal information.
- Register a complaint with the Information Commissioners Office.
Restricting us to use data may cause problems in completing the work. If access to data is required, this can only be the individuals data. Any data regarding another individual will require written consent.
If asked to delete data, this may not be possible due to our legal obligation to store data for 6 years.
How to contact us?
If you have wish to have your data removed or have any questions you can contact us in the
following ways:
Email: kathryn@kncloudaccounting.co.uk
POST: 7 Bellamy Close, Southmoor, OXON. OX13 5AB
Telephone: 07851 287 865
