Privacy notice

Last updated: 11th January 2026

Who we are

We are the data controller responsible for your personal data.

Company name: Different Circle Consulting Ltd

Registered address: 33 Beechwood Drive, Renfrew, PA4 0PN

Contact email: privacy@differentcircle.com

What data we collect

We collect and process the following categories of data:

Account and contact data

Name, email address, role, company name and login credentials.

Company and financial input data

Cap table data, funding rounds, valuations, milestones, assumptions and other information entered by users for scenario planning.

Usage and technical data

IP address, device information, browser type, pages accessed, and interactions with the product.

How we use your data

We use your data to

• Provide and operate the platform
• Perform calculations and generate scenario outputs
• Improve product performance and usability
• Monitor security and prevent misuse
• Communicate with you about your account

We do not sell personal data.

Lawful basis for processing

We rely on the following lawful bases under UK GDPR

• Performance of a contract where processing is necessary to provide the service
• Legitimate interests for product improvement, analytics and security
• Consent where required, for example for non essential cookies

Analytics and reporting

We may use aggregated and anonymised data for internal analytics, benchmarking and reporting. No company identifiable or personal data is disclosed in such outputs.

Data sharing

We may share data with trusted service providers who act as processors, including

• Cloud hosting providers
• Database and infrastructure providers
• Analytics providers where consent has been given

All processors are subject to contractual confidentiality and data protection obligations.

International transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as UK adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses.

Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the service and meet legal obligations. Company data may be deleted upon account closure, subject to backup and audit requirements.

Your rights

You have the right to

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request erasure
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability

Requests can be made by contacting us at the email above.

Complaints

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office.