Last updated: October 2025

 

At AC Noir, your privacy is my priority. I handle all personal data lawfully, fairly, and with complete confidentiality. This notice explains what information I collect, why I collect it, and how it’s used, stored, and protected - in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

 

1. Who I Am

 

AC Noir is a private investigation service based in London, United Kingdom.

I am the Data Controller, responsible for ensuring all personal data is handled securely and lawfully.

• Trading Name: AC Noir Ltd

• Business Type: Limited Company

• ICO Registration Number: ZC050039

• Contact Email: hello@acnoir.co.uk

 

2. Information I Collect

 

Depending on the type of investigation or enquiry, I may collect:

• Your contact details (name, email, phone number, address).

• Information about the person or subject being investigated.

• Background or contextual information relevant to your case.

• Payment details (where required for invoicing).

 

I only collect information necessary to carry out the service you’ve requested.

 

3. How I Collect Data

 

Information may come from:

• You, directly (via website forms, email, phone, or WhatsApp).

• Lawful and publicly available sources (e.g. open-source intelligence, public records, social media, directories).

• Lawful third-party data providers (where applicable and UK GDPR-compliant).

 

4. Why I Collect and Use Personal Data

 

I process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Contract: To provide the investigative service you’ve requested.

• Legitimate Interest: To conduct lawful, proportionate investigations in line with your instructions.

• Legal Obligation: To comply with record-keeping, tax, or data protection laws.

 

I will never process or share your data for marketing purposes.

 

5. How I Use Your Data

 

Your data may be used to:

• Assess and accept an instruction.

• Carry out investigations and gather evidence lawfully.

• Prepare and deliver investigation reports.

• Manage payments, invoicing, and compliance records.

 

6. Data Sharing

 

I may share limited data only when necessary with:

• Solicitors, legal representatives, or law enforcement (if legally required).

• Secure, UK-based service providers (e.g. accountants, cloud storage).

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All partners and processors are required to comply with UK GDPR standards.

 

7. Data Storage & Retention

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• Case data is stored securely using encrypted systems.

• Access is restricted to authorised use only.

• Files are retained for up to 6 years (or shorter if not legally required).

• Data is permanently deleted or securely destroyed once it’s no longer needed.

 

8. Your Rights

 

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data.

• Request correction or deletion (where legally possible).

• Object to or restrict data processing.

• File a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled.

 

You can contact me directly using the details above to exercise any of these rights.

 

9. International Data Transfers

 

I do not process or transfer any personal data outside the United Kingdom. All cases are limited to UK-based clients and subjects.

 

10. Updates to This Notice

 

This Privacy Notice may be updated from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on this website, with the effective date shown at the top.

 

AC Noir - Discreet, professional, and compliant with UK data protection law.