Policy
Privacy & Data Use
Archer Knox treats data exposure as operational risk. We collect only what is necessary, retain it only as required, and protect it with the same discipline applied to intelligence and protective work.
Effective date: January 15, 2026 No advertising trackers No data resale
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Overview
Archer Knox does not operate as an advertising platform, analytics network, or data broker. We do not monetize user data, profile visitors, or enable behavioral tracking on this site.
This page describes how we handle information collected through this website and related communications. Client matter data is governed by contractual confidentiality and engagement-specific controls.
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Information We Collect
- Voluntary submissions (e.g., name, email, message content when you request a briefing or contact us).
- Operational metadata via standard server logs (e.g., IP address, user agent, timestamp, requested URL) used for security, abuse prevention, and reliability.
We do not collect advertising identifiers, cross-site profiles, or third-party tracking data.
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Cookies & Similar Technologies
We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking pixels. Limited technical storage may be used where required for:
- Secure session handling
- Authentication for client portals
- Abuse prevention and rate limiting
These mechanisms are functional, purpose-limited, and expire automatically.
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How We Use Information
- Responding to inquiries and briefing requests
- Maintaining site security and operational integrity
- Preventing fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- Complying with lawful requests where required
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Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.
We may disclose limited information only: (a) to comply with applicable law or lawful process, (b) to protect the security and integrity of our systems, or (c) with explicit client authorization where operationally required.
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Security
- Access controls and segregation of duties
- Secure transmission and hardened hosting practices
- Monitoring for misuse and unauthorized access
- Data minimization and purpose-bound handling
No system is represented as risk-free; our posture is assume breach, minimize impact, preserve accountability.
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EU/UK GDPR Disclosures
If you are located in the EEA or the United Kingdom, the GDPR/UK GDPR may apply to certain processing activities. The disclosures below are provided for transparency and legal defensibility.
Controller
Archer Knox is the controller for personal data processed through this website and general business communications (unless otherwise specified in an engagement). For inquiries: privacy@archerknox.com.
Lawful Bases
| Purpose | Lawful basis |
|---|---|
| Responding to inquiries / briefing requests | Legitimate interests (providing requested information) and/or pre-contractual steps. |
| Site security, abuse prevention, reliability | Legitimate interests (protecting systems and users). |
| Legal compliance | Legal obligation where applicable. |
International Transfers
Where data is processed outside the EEA/UK, transfers are safeguarded using appropriate mechanisms where required (e.g., contractual protections). Engagement-specific safeguards may be provided under NDA.
Retention
Website inquiries are retained only as long as necessary to address the request and maintain security and accountability. Client matter data retention is governed by engagement terms and applicable legal requirements.
Your Rights
- Access, correction, deletion (where applicable)
- Restriction and objection (including objection to processing based on legitimate interests)
- Data portability (where applicable)
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
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Contact
For privacy or data use inquiries:
privacy@archerknox.com