Privacy Policy

Global Cyber Security Advisory Group (“GCS Advisory Group,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates www.globalcyberadvisory.com (the “Site”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting personal information shared with us across our global operations.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect personal information when you visit our Site or interact with us online.

1. Our Global Approach to Privacy

Global Cyber Security Advisory Group operates as a global cybersecurity consortium, engaging with governments, institutions, partners, and communities across multiple jurisdictions. As such, we design our privacy practices to align with international data protection principles, including transparency, purpose limitation, data minimization, and security.

Where applicable, we comply with relevant data protection laws, including:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

  • UK GDPR

  • Applicable national and regional privacy laws in the jurisdictions where we operate

Because privacy laws vary globally, certain rights and obligations described below may apply differently depending on your location.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate our Site, communicate responsibly, and support our work.

Information You Provide Voluntarily

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Organization or affiliation

  • Contact information

  • Any information you submit through contact forms, inquiries, or email correspondence

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may collect limited technical information, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and interactions with the Site

  • Referring URLs

This information is used for security, performance, and analytics purposes.

3. Use of Emerging Technologies and AI

We may use automated tools, analytics platforms, or AI-enabled technologies to:

  • Improve website performance and security

  • Detect suspicious or malicious activity

  • Understand general usage patterns

  • Support content management and communications

We do not use AI to make automated decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects on individuals through this Site.

We do not sell personal data or use it to train third-party AI models for commercial purposes.

4. How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and communications

  • Provide information about our work, initiatives, or updates

  • Improve website functionality and security

  • Support consortium coordination and engagement

  • Meet legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations

Where marketing communications are provided, you may opt out at any time.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing (Where Applicable)

Depending on jurisdiction, we process personal information based on:

  • Your consent

  • Legitimate organizational interests

  • Legal or regulatory obligations

  • Contractual necessity

6. How We Protect Information

We implement administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information, including:

  • Secure hosting environments

  • Encryption of data in transit

  • Access controls and role-based limitations

  • Ongoing monitoring for security risks

Despite these measures, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal information.

We may share information:

  • With trusted service providers supporting Site operations (e.g., hosting, analytics)

  • Within our consortium where necessary for coordination and delivery

  • When required by law, regulation, or lawful request

  • To protect the rights, safety, or integrity of Global Cyber Security Advisory Group, its partners, or others

All sharing is limited to what is necessary and appropriate.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve Site functionality

  • Understand general usage patterns

  • Support security and performance

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the Site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

9. International Data Transfers

As a global organization, information may be processed or stored in countries other than your own. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards to support lawful cross-border data transfers.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Object to or restrict certain processing

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

  • Request information about data sharing or safeguards

Requests can be submitted using the contact information below. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

11. Links to External Sites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies independently.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal, technological, or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

Global Cyber Security Advisory Group
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.globalcyberadvisory.com

Data Protection & Privacy Contact

Global Cyber Security Advisory Group has designated a privacy and data protection contact to oversee responsible data handling practices across our global operations and consortium activities.

For privacy-related inquiries, requests, or concerns, please contact:

📧 [email protected]
or
📧 [email protected]

This contact serves as a coordination point for privacy matters and is not intended to constitute a formal Data Protection Officer under any specific jurisdiction unless otherwise required by law.