Effective Date: 1 June 2026
Last Updated: 1 June 2026
Version: 2
This Website Terms of Use Policy explains the rules that apply when you access or use the website of Assured Consultancy Services Ltd.
We aim to be clear, practical and transparent, reflecting the same people-first approach we take in our consultancy work.
By using our website, you agree to follow these terms. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our website.
These terms apply to visitors to our website, including prospective clients, clients, suppliers, business contacts, training participants, event attendees, professional partners and other people who interact with us online.
These terms should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy and any other policies or notices published on our website.
1. Who We Are
Assured Consultancy Services Ltd is a private limited company registered in England and Wales.
Company Number: 16543932
Registered Office: Fusion@Magna Business Centre, Magna Way, Rotherham, S60 1FE
Website: www.assuredconsultancyservices.com
General Enquiries: [email protected]
Customer Service: +44 (0) 333 772 4102
ICO Registration Reference: ZB997396
For these terms, “Assured Consultancy Services”, “we”, “us” and “our” mean Assured Consultancy Services Ltd.
2. Purpose of Our Website
Our website provides information about Assured Consultancy Services Ltd, our services, insights, resources, events, policies and ways to contact us.
We provide consultancy and support across areas including data privacy, data protection, data security, data compliance, governance, risk, compliance, assurance, training, coaching, culture, organisational support and responsible AI.
The content on our website is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to legal, regulatory, technical, financial, professional or business advice that you should rely on without taking appropriate advice for your own circumstances.
3. No Client Relationship Created by Website Use
Using our website, downloading information, reading our resources or contacting us through the website does not automatically create a client relationship between you and Assured Consultancy Services Ltd.
A client relationship will only be created where we have agreed to provide services to you or your organisation under separate written terms, such as a proposal, statement of work, engagement letter, contract, data processing agreement or other written agreement.
If there is any conflict between these Website Terms of Use and a signed client agreement, the signed client agreement will take priority for the relevant services.
4. Using Our Website
You may use our website for lawful business or personal information purposes.
You must not use our website in any of the following ways:
| Prohibited Use | What This Means |
|---|---|
| Unlawful use | In any way that breaches applicable law, regulation or professional obligation. |
| Harmful use | To send, upload, introduce or distribute viruses, malware, malicious code or harmful material. |
| Unauthorised access | To attempt to gain unauthorised access to our website, server, systems, data, networks or connected services. |
| Disruption | To interfere with, damage, overload, impair or disrupt the website or its availability. |
| Misuse of content | To copy, scrape, reproduce, exploit, sell or commercially use website content without our written permission. |
| Misrepresentation | To suggest that we endorse you, your organisation, your products or your services unless we have agreed this in writing. |
| Automated activity | To use bots, crawlers, scraping tools or automated methods to access, extract or reuse website content without permission. |
| Infringement | To infringe our intellectual property rights or the rights of any third party. |
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict or withdraw access to our website where we reasonably believe there has been misuse, security risk, unlawful activity or breach of these terms.
5. Website Content and Accuracy
We take reasonable care to keep our website content accurate, clear and up to date. However, website content may change over time and may not always be complete, current or suitable for your specific circumstances.
We do not guarantee that:
| Area | Position |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | Website content will always be completely accurate or free from errors. |
| Availability | The website will always be available or uninterrupted. |
| Suitability | Website content will be suitable for your particular needs or circumstances. |
| Legal or regulatory updates | Website content will always reflect the latest law, regulatory guidance or industry practice at the time you read it. |
| External content | Content on linked third-party websites will be accurate, secure or appropriate. |
You should not rely solely on website content when making decisions about data protection, data security, compliance, AI governance, business risk, legal obligations or regulatory requirements. Please contact us directly if you need advice or support tailored to your organisation.
6. Professional Information and Resources
Our website may include blogs, articles, guidance notes, resources, checklists, event materials, downloadable content or other professional information.
These materials are provided to raise awareness and share general insight. They do not replace specific professional advice.
Data protection, data security, compliance, governance and responsible AI requirements can depend on your organisation’s size, sector, systems, data, risks, contracts, suppliers, lawful bases, international transfers, security measures and wider operating model.
Before acting on website information, you should consider whether tailored advice is needed.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on our website belongs to Assured Consultancy Services Ltd or our licensors unless stated otherwise. This may include:
| Content Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Written content | Website copy, blogs, articles, resources, guidance and policy wording. |
| Visual content | Graphics, icons, photographs, illustrations, layouts and design elements. |
| Brand assets | Business name, trading style, logo, straplines and branding. |
| Downloadable materials | Brochures, checklists, guides, templates and training materials. |
| Website structure | Page layout, navigation, design, look and feel. |
You may view, download or print website content for your own internal, personal or business information use.
You must not copy, reproduce, adapt, distribute, publish, sell, license, exploit or use our website content for commercial purposes without our prior written permission.
You must not remove copyright notices, branding, disclaimers or ownership notices from any website materials.
8. Use of Our Name, Logo and Branding
You must not use the Assured Consultancy Services Ltd name, logo, brand, trading style, straplines or materials in a way that suggests endorsement, partnership, sponsorship, certification or approval unless we have agreed this in writing.
This includes use in marketing materials, websites, tenders, proposals, social media posts, case studies, press releases or supplier listings.
Where we agree that you may refer to us, you must do so accurately, fairly and in line with any brand or wording requirements we provide.
9. Downloads and Templates
From time to time, our website may include downloadable materials, such as brochures, guides, checklists, forms, templates, slides, event resources or policy examples.
Unless we say otherwise, these materials are provided for general information only.
Downloading or using a template does not mean it is suitable for your organisation. You are responsible for reviewing, adapting and validating any material before using it.
We are not responsible for consequences arising from the use of downloaded materials without appropriate review, advice or tailoring.
10. Website Availability and Changes
We may update, change, suspend, restrict or withdraw all or part of our website at any time. We may do this for reasons including:
| Reason | Example |
|---|---|
| Maintenance | Updating website content, systems or security. |
| Improvement | Improving design, navigation, accessibility or functionality. |
| Legal or regulatory updates | Reflecting changes in law, guidance or good practice. |
| Business changes | Updating services, team information, contact details or policies. |
We do not guarantee that our website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure or free from errors.
11. Security and Viruses
We take reasonable steps to protect our website, but we cannot guarantee that it will be completely secure or free from bugs, viruses or harmful components.
You are responsible for using appropriate cyber security protections when accessing our website, including secure devices, up-to-date browsers, antivirus protection and safe internet practices.
You must not knowingly introduce viruses, malware, ransomware, trojans, worms, logic bombs, malicious code or other harmful material to our website.
You must not attempt to attack our website through denial-of-service attacks, distributed denial-of-service attacks, unauthorised access, credential attacks, vulnerability exploitation or similar activity.
We may report suspected unlawful or malicious activity to relevant authorities, regulators, hosting providers, cyber security partners or law enforcement where appropriate.
12. Links to Third-Party Websites and Platforms
Our website may include links to third-party websites, social media pages, professional platforms, event pages, partner websites, booking tools, video platforms or other external services. These links are provided for convenience and information only.
We do not control third-party websites or platforms and are not responsible for:
| Area | Position |
|---|---|
| Content | The accuracy, quality or suitability of third-party content. |
| Security | The security or availability of third-party websites or systems. |
| Privacy | How third parties collect, use or share personal data. |
| Cookies | Cookies or similar technologies used by third-party platforms. |
| Loss | Any loss, damage or issue arising from your use of third-party websites. |
You should review the terms, privacy notices and cookie information of any third-party website or platform you visit.
13. Links to Our Website
You may link to our website in a fair and lawful way, provided the link does not damage our reputation or take unfair advantage of it.
You must not:
| Restriction | What This Means |
|---|---|
| Mislead users | Suggest we endorse you or your organisation unless we have agreed this. |
| Frame our website | Display our website within another website or platform without permission. |
| Damage our reputation | Link to us from content that is unlawful, misleading, offensive, harmful or inappropriate. |
| Misuse our brand | Use our logo, branding or materials without permission. |
| Create risk | Link in a way that creates legal, regulatory, security or reputational risk for us. |
We reserve the right to require you to remove a link to our website at any time.
14. Contact Forms and Communications
Our website may allow you to contact us, submit enquiries, request information, book meetings, register interest in services or provide information through online forms.
When using website forms or contacting us, you must provide accurate information and must not submit anything unlawful, misleading, offensive, confidential to a third party, harmful or inappropriate.
Please do not send special category data, criminal offence data, confidential client material, commercially sensitive information or large volumes of personal data through general website forms unless we have specifically asked for it and agreed a secure method of transfer.
If your enquiry involves sensitive, confidential or client-related material, please contact us first so we can agree an appropriate secure route.
Our handling of personal data submitted through website forms is explained in our Privacy Policy.
15. Privacy, Cookies and Data Protection
We take privacy and data protection seriously.
Our use of personal data through the website is explained in our Privacy Policy. This includes information about what personal data we collect, why we use it, our lawful bases, who we share it with, how long we keep it, your rights and how to contact us.
Our use of cookies and similar technologies is explained in our Cookie Policy. This includes information about the types of cookies we use, the purposes of those cookies, cookie choices and how to manage preferences.
If you contact us through the website, we may use your information to respond to your enquiry, manage communications, provide requested information, maintain records and protect our legal and business interests.
16. Accessibility
We want our website to be accessible, practical and easy to use. We aim to make reasonable improvements over time to support accessibility, usability and clear communication.
If you experience difficulty accessing information on our website, please contact us using the details in section 24 and we will try to provide the information in a suitable alternative format where reasonably possible.
17. Complaints and Concerns
If you have a concern about our website, website content, privacy, cookies, accessibility or how we have handled an enquiry, please contact us so we can try to resolve the issue.
Where your concern relates to privacy or data protection, please refer to our Privacy Policy for more information about how to raise a concern and how we will handle it.
| Contact Route | Details |
|---|---|
| General enquiries | [email protected] |
| Complaints | [email protected] |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 333 772 4102 / 0333 772 4102 |
| Post | Assured Consultancy Services Ltd, Fusion@Magna Business Centre, Magna Way, Rotherham, S60 1FE |
18. Limitation of Liability
Nothing in these terms excludes or limits our liability where it would be unlawful to do so. This includes liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.
Subject to the above, Assured Consultancy Services Ltd will not be liable for loss or damage arising from:
| Area | Examples |
|---|---|
| Website use | Your use of, or inability to use, our website. |
| Reliance on content | Decisions made based on general website information without tailored advice. |
| Website errors | Errors, omissions, outdated information or inaccuracies. |
| Technical issues | Interruption, downtime, bugs, viruses, malware or harmful components. |
| Third-party websites | Content, privacy practices, cookies, security or availability of external websites. |
| Business losses | Loss of profit, loss of revenue, loss of opportunity, loss of goodwill, business interruption or indirect loss. |
| Unauthorised use | Misuse of the website by you or another person. |
These limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted by law.
19. Indemnity
You agree to be responsible for any losses, claims, damages, liabilities, costs or expenses that arise because of your misuse of our website, breach of these terms, infringement of our rights or unlawful activity.
This does not affect any rights you may have under applicable law.
20. Consumer Rights
Our website is mainly intended for organisations, business contacts and professional users.
Nothing in these terms affects any legal rights that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable consumer protection law.
Where you are using our website as a consumer, these terms should be read subject to your statutory rights.
21. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Website Terms of Use from time to time to reflect changes in our website, services, systems, suppliers, contact details, legal requirements or good practice.
The latest version will be published on our website. By continuing to use our website after changes are published, you agree to the updated terms.
We recommend checking this page periodically.
22. Severability
If any part of these terms is found to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining parts will continue to apply.
The invalid, unlawful or unenforceable part will be treated as removed or adjusted only to the extent necessary.
23. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Website Terms of Use are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
The courts of England and Wales will have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes relating to these terms or your use of our website, except where applicable law gives you mandatory rights to bring proceedings elsewhere.
24. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Website Terms of Use, please contact us.
Assured Consultancy Services Ltd
Fusion@Magna Business Centre, Magna Way, Rotherham, S60 1FE
📧 General enquiries: [email protected]
📧 Complaints: [email protected]
📞 +44 (0) 333 772 4102
🔗 www.assuredconsultancyservices.com
ICO Registration Reference: ZB997396