FUSION DEV STUDIO PRIVACY NOTICE
1. INTRODUCTION
This Privacy Notice explains how GOLDEN CIRCUIT LTD, trading as Fusion Dev Studio ("Fusion Dev Studio", "we", "us", or "our"), collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you, as a client, interact with our website https://fusiondevstudio.com and when we provide our business-to-business (B2B) services. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable data protection laws.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or our data practices, please contact us at support@fusiondevstudio.com.
2. WHO WE ARE
GOLDEN CIRCUIT LTD
Registered Office: 128 City Road, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 2NX
Company Number: 16830076
3. APPLICABILITY
This Privacy Notice applies to business clients, their representatives, and users of our website. Fusion Dev Studio operates exclusively in a B2B context and does not provide services to consumers.
4. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Business Contact Information: Name, business email address, phone number, company name, job title, and business address.
- Account and Authentication Data: Usernames, passwords, and other credentials for accessing our services.
- Project and Transaction Data: Information related to your projects, service requests, contracts, invoices, and payment transactions.
- Compliance Information: Documentation and data required for anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) checks, including identity verification documents.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and usage data collected via cookies and similar technologies.
- Payment Information: Payment links or bank account details, processed in accordance with PCI DSS standards.
- Communications: Records of correspondence, support requests, and feedback.
Please note, that in order to provide our services effectively, certain personal data is essential. This core data, clearly marked during collection, is required for you to access and use specific features and functionalities. Without this mandatory data, we cannot deliver the full scope of our services. In contrast, optional data is not critical to service delivery and does not impact your ability to use our core services. Providing this information is entirely up to you and can be managed or updated through your account settings at any time. If you have any questions about which data is obligatory or optional, or if you need assistance managing your information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We collect personal data through a variety of means, including but not limited to:
- Direct Interactions: Information you provide to us directly, such as when you apply for our services, register an account, communicate with us, or otherwise engage with our business.
- Automated Technologies: Information collected automatically when you interact with our website, including through the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies. For further details, please refer to our Cookie Notice available on our website.
- Third-Party Sources: Information obtained from third parties, such as service providers (including payment processors), governmental authorities, or publicly accessible sources.
5. HOW WE USE CLIENT’S INFORMATION
We use client’s information for the following purposes:
- To provide, manage, and improve our services.
- To verify client’s identity and conduct AML/KYC checks.
- To process payments and manage invoices.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations, including card scheme rules (e.g., Visa and Mastercard).
- To communicate with clients regarding their account, services, or support requests.
- To maintain the security and integrity of our website and services.
- For internal business operations, analytics, and record-keeping.
6. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING CLIENT’S INFORMATION
We process client’s information on the following legal bases:
- Performance of a Contract: To provide services as agreed in our contracts or statements of work.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and card scheme requirements.
- Legitimate Interests: To manage and improve our business operations, prevent fraud, and ensure network and information security.
- Consent: Where required, for specific purposes such as marketing communications.
7. HOW WE SHARE CLIENT’S INFORMATION
We may share client’s information with:
- Our employees, contractors, and service providers who need access to perform services on our behalf.
- Payment processors, banks, and card schemes (e.g., Visa, Mastercard) for transaction processing.
- Regulatory authorities, law enforcement, or other third parties as required by law or to comply with AML/KYC obligations.
- Third-party IT and cloud service providers for hosting, storage, and support.
- Professional advisers (e.g., auditors, legal counsel) as necessary.
We do not sell or rent your information to third parties.
We do not engage in automated decision-making, including profiling, that produces legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affects you.
8. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Client’s information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area (EEA). These transfers are necessary for providing our services. To safeguard your data, we implement measures such as the UK International Data Transfer Agreement, the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses, or other legally recognized mechanisms. If a country has been recognized by the UK government through an adequacy regulation, transfers will comply with that regulation. These steps ensure your data is protected, regardless of where it is processed.
9. DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect client’s information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. Payment details are handled in accordance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Access to client’s information is restricted to authorised personnel only.
We protect your personal data using a range of technical and organisational safeguards, including encryption during transmission and storage, strict access controls for authorised personnel, regular security assessments, and secure data storage environments. We also work exclusively with trusted partners who meet industry security standards, such as PCI DSS, to ensure your information remains safe and confidential.
10. DATA RETENTION
We retain client’s information only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with legal and regulatory requirements, and to resolve disputes or enforce agreements. Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the data and our contractual or legal obligations.
11. CLIENT’S RIGHTS
Under the UK GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:
- To access the personal data we hold about you.
- To request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- To request deletion of your data (subject to legal or contractual restrictions).
- To object to or restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
- To request data portability, where applicable.
- To withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at support@fusiondevstudio.com. We may require verification of your identity before responding to your request.
If you have any complaints regarding our handling of your personal data or this Privacy Notice, please contact us at support@fusiondevstudio.com. We will investigate and respond to your concerns promptly. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) or another relevant supervisory authority.
12. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyse usage, and improve our services. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Notice.
13. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy notices before providing any information.
14. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY NOTICE
We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated notice on our website and indicate the last update. Please review this Privacy Notice periodically.
15. CONTACT US
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Notice or our data practices, please contact us using the following details:
Contact Information
GOLDEN CIRCUIT LTD
128 City Road, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 2NX
Company Number: 16830076
Email: support@fusiondevstudio.com
Website: https://fusiondevstudio.com