Privacy Policy for CGO Media

Last Updated: August 2026

At CGO Media, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or contact us.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

CGO Media is a digital marketing agency providing services including:

  • Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
  • Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO)
  • AI Search Optimisation
  • Content Marketing
  • Local SEO
  • Technical SEO
  • Website Audits
  • Digital Marketing Consultancy

For the purposes of applicable data protection legislation, CGO Media is the Data Controller of your personal data.

Contact Information

CGO Media Email: enquiry@cgomedia.com Website: https://cgomedia.com

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Information You Provide

When you:

  • Complete a contact form
  • Request a quotation
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Download resources
  • Communicate with us by email or telephone

We may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Company name
  • Website address
  • Any information you voluntarily provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Referring website
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Date and time of access
  • Geographic location data (where available)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Respond to enquiries
  • Provide requested services
  • Deliver proposals and quotations
  • Improve website performance
  • Analyse website traffic and user behaviour
  • Send marketing communications where consent has been provided
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent fraud and website abuse

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), we process personal data on the following lawful bases:

Legitimate Interests

To:

  • Respond to enquiries
  • Improve our services
  • Maintain website security
  • Develop our business

Contract

Where processing is necessary to provide services you have requested.

Consent

Where you have opted in to receive marketing communications.

You may withdraw consent at any time.

Legal Obligation

Where we are required to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience.

Cookies may be used for:

  • Website functionality
  • Analytics
  • Performance monitoring
  • Marketing and advertising

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

For further information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

6. Analytics and Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services including:

  • Google Analytics
  • Google Search Console
  • Google Ads
  • Microsoft Clarity
  • Meta Pixel
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag
  • Email marketing platforms
  • CRM systems

These providers may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

7. Marketing Communications

If you subscribe to receive updates, we may send:

  • Newsletters
  • Industry insights
  • Service updates
  • Marketing communications

You may unsubscribe at any time by:

  • Clicking the unsubscribe link in emails
  • Contacting us directly

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

8. Data Sharing

We may share information with:

  • Service providers acting on our behalf
  • Website hosting providers
  • Analytics providers
  • Legal and regulatory authorities where required

We only share information where necessary and appropriate safeguards are in place.

9. International Transfers

Some of our technology providers may process data outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area.

Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are implemented, including:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Adequacy Decisions
  • Equivalent legal protections

10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfil the purpose for which it was collected
  • Meet legal and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Retention periods vary depending on the nature of the data and applicable legal obligations.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorised access
  • Loss
  • Misuse
  • Disclosure
  • Alteration
  • Destruction

While no internet transmission is completely secure, we take reasonable steps to safeguard your information.

12. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:

Access

Request a copy of your personal data.

Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.

Restriction

Request restriction of processing.

Data Portability

Request transfer of your data to another provider.

Objection

Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, contact:

enquiry@cgomedia.com

13. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.

14. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in:

  • Legal requirements
  • Technology
  • Business operations
  • Services offered

Any updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

16. Complaints

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.

For UK users:

Information Commissioner’s Office

You can find more information via:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:

CGO Media Email: enquiry@cgomedia.com Website: CGO Media

CGO Media is committed to maintaining the privacy, security, and integrity of all personal information entrusted to us.