Privacy Policy – i18n.co.uk
Global Data Protection & GDPR Compliance for Software Internationalization Services
Privacy Protection at a Glance
We regularly update this policy to reflect changes in international privacy laws and our services.
Privacy Policy Overview
Welcome to i18n.co.uk, your trusted partner for software internationalization services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, and protect your personal data when you use our internationalization services, visit our website, or interact with our global technology solutions.
Who We Are
Company: i18n.co.uk
Service Focus: Software Internationalization & Localization
Contact Email: hello@i18n.co.uk
Data Controller: i18n.co.uk for all personal data processing
What Makes Us Different
- Privacy-first approach to internationalization
- Compliance with 50+ international privacy laws
- Multi-language privacy notices and consent management
- Advanced encryption for cross-border data transfers
“In the era of global software development, privacy protection isn’t just about compliance—it’s about building trust across cultures and jurisdictions. Our internationalization services are designed with privacy-by-design principles from day one.”
— Privacy Engineering Team, i18n.co.ukWhat Data We Collect and Why
Personal Information
We collect personal data necessary to provide our internationalization services and improve user experience across global markets.
- • Contact information (name, email, phone)
- • Company details for B2B services
- • Project requirements and specifications
- • Communication preferences and language settings
- • Payment information (processed via secure third parties)
Technical Information
Technical data helps us optimize our internationalization tools and ensure compatibility across different platforms and locales.
- • Source code files for internationalization (temporarily)
- • Translation strings and localization keys
- • Browser and device information
- • IP address and geographic location
- • Usage analytics and performance metrics
Data Collection by Service Type
Data Minimization Principle
We follow the GDPR principle of data minimization, collecting only the information necessary to provide our internationalization services. All data is automatically purged after project completion or 30 days, whichever comes first.
Cross-Border Data Transfers & Localization
Global Data Processing Framework
As an internationalization service provider, we understand the complexities of cross-border data transfers. Our global processing framework ensures compliance with data localization laws across 195+ countries while maintaining service efficiency.
EU/EEA Processing
GDPR-compliant processing within the European Economic Area using adequacy decisions and SCCs
Asia-Pacific Data
Compliance with APPI (Japan), PDPA (Singapore), and other regional privacy frameworks
Americas Processing
CCPA, LGPD, and state-level privacy law compliance with certified processors
Legal Basis for International Transfers
Article 49 GDPR Derogations:
- • Explicit consent for specific transfers
- • Performance of contract with data subject
- • Important reasons of public interest
- • Legitimate interests (with impact assessment)
Article 46 GDPR Safeguards:
- • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- • Adequacy decisions where available
- • Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
- • Certification mechanisms
GDPR Compliance & Data Protection by Design
Privacy by Design Implementation
Our internationalization platform is built with privacy-by-design principles, ensuring data protection is integrated into every aspect of our services from conception to deployment.
✅ Data Protection Impact Assessments
Comprehensive DPIAs for all high-risk processing activities including multi-language data handling
✅ Purpose Limitation
Data processed only for specified internationalization services with clear retention periods
✅ Storage Limitation
Automated data deletion after 30 days or project completion
Multi-Language Privacy Notices
In accordance with GDPR Article 12, we provide privacy information in clear, plain language and in the native language of our users across 50+ supported languages.
Available Privacy Notice Languages:
+ 38 additional languages available on request
Data Subject Rights Portal
Access your comprehensive data subject rights through our self-service portal, available in your preferred language with real-time processing status updates.
Submit Rights RequestYour Privacy Rights Across Jurisdictions
Depending on your location and applicable privacy laws, you may have various rights regarding your personal data. We provide the highest level of protection available under any applicable law to all our users globally.
Right to Access (Article 15 GDPR)
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you, including processing purposes, categories of data, and recipients.
Right to Rectification (Article 16 GDPR)
Correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you, with immediate effect across all processing systems.
Right to Erasure (Article 17 GDPR)
Request deletion of your personal data when it’s no longer necessary for processing or you withdraw consent.
Right to Object (Article 21 GDPR)
Object to processing based on legitimate interests, including profiling and direct marketing activities.
Right to Data Portability (Article 20 GDPR)
Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format and transmit it to another controller.
Right to Restriction (Article 18 GDPR)
Restrict processing while we verify accuracy, assess lawfulness, or during objection periods.
Advanced Security Measures for Global Data Protection
Encryption Standards
Data at Rest
AES-256 encryption for all stored data
Data in Transit
TLS 1.3 for all communications
Access Controls
Multi-Factor Authentication
Required for all administrative access
Role-Based Permissions
Principle of least privilege enforcement
Monitoring & Auditing
Real-Time Monitoring
24/7 security event monitoring
Compliance Audits
Regular third-party security assessments
Security Incident Response
Detection
Automated threat detection within 5 minutes
Containment
Immediate isolation and damage limitation
Recovery
System restoration and security patching
Notification
GDPR-compliant breach notification within 72 hours
Contact Us About Privacy
Get in Touch
hello@i18n.co.uk
hello@i18n.co.uk
Within 30 days (GDPR compliance)
Privacy inquiries handled in 50+ languages
Supervisory Authorities
If you’re not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Privacy Documentation
Additional privacy resources and documentation for our internationalization services.
Privacy Policy Updates
We continuously monitor global privacy law developments and update our practices accordingly. Significant changes are communicated in advance with clear explanations in your preferred language.
Advanced Notice
30 days advance notice for material changes via email and website banner
Version Control
All policy versions archived with change logs and effective dates
Multi-Language Updates
Simultaneous updates across all 50+ supported language versions
Thank You for Trusting i18n.co.uk
Your privacy is fundamental to our mission of helping businesses succeed globally through responsible internationalization. We’re committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection while enabling your software to reach users worldwide.
Document Information: Privacy Policy v2.1 | Effective Date: January 21, 2025
Next Scheduled Review: July 21, 2025 | Contact: hello@i18n.co.uk