LEGAL PAGE

(Terms of Use + Privacy Policy + Cookies)


1. Terms of Use

1.1 Who We Are

This website is operated by LBerg Consulting (“we”, “us”, “our”), based in the United Kingdom.
For any questions about these terms, contact:
📧 lsbergco@gmail.com


1.2 Acceptance of These Terms

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.


1.3 Information on This Site

Content on this website is provided for general information only.
It does not constitute engineering, technical, operational, legal, or financial advice.
You should obtain appropriate professional advice before acting on any information.


1.4 Intellectual Property

All content on this site—including text, images, graphics, layouts, and branding—is owned by LBerg Consulting or used with permission.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or republish any content without written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use.


1.5 Acceptable Use

You agree not to use this website for unlawful, harmful, or disruptive purposes.
We may suspend or terminate access for misuse at our discretion.


1.6 Third-Party Links

This site may include links to external websites.
We are not responsible for external content, security, or privacy policies.


1.7 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, LBerg Consulting is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of, or reliance on, information published on this site.

This includes any recommendations, general guidance, or advisory content.


1.8 Professional Advisory & Consulting Disclaimer

All advice, guidance, recommendations, assessments, examples, or opinions (“Information”) provided by LBerg Consulting / Lukasz Szmalenberg—whether via this website, email, subscription advisory, consulting engagement, or written reports—is supplied strictly for general advisory and informational purposes.

This Information does not replace, and must not be used as a substitute for:

  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals, specifications, or instructions
  • Company-specific engineering, quality, production, or safety procedures
  • Regulatory, compliance, and legal requirements (e.g., EASA, FAA, ISO, HSE, COMAH, REACH, COSHH)
  • Internal policies, competent review, and professional engineering judgement

Clients and users remain fully responsible for verifying the accuracy, suitability, and applicability of any Information within the context of their processes, equipment, documentation, and legal obligations.

LBerg Consulting accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss, incident, compliance failure, safety issue, operational impact, or decision resulting from the use or interpretation of the Information provided.

By using this website or engaging with our services, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer.


1.9 Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use periodically.
The updated version takes effect when posted on this page.


1.10 Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes will be resolved exclusively by the courts of England and Wales.


2. Privacy Policy

2.1 Introduction

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit lbergco.com, contact us, subscribe to a service, or engage us for consulting work.

We act as a Data Controller under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).


2.2 Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of data:

Identity & Contact Data

  • Name
  • Job title
  • Company
  • Email address
  • Telephone number

Technical Data

Depending on your consent and browser settings, we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Device and browser information
  • Pages viewed
  • Time spent on site
  • Referral source

This occurs only if analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) are enabled.

Billing Data

  • Payment information processed securely via Stripe or another payment provider
  • We do not store full card or banking details on our servers

Communication Data

  • Emails, messages, and operational information you share with us
  • Notes from calls, meetings, and consulting engagements

2.3 How We Collect Data

We collect personal data when:

  • You send us an enquiry
  • You subscribe to an On-Demand Advisory plan
  • You book consulting or on-site services
  • You browse our website (if analytics are enabled)
  • You enter into a consulting agreement with us

2.4 How We Use Your Data

We use personal data to:

  • Respond to enquiries and deliver consulting or advisory services
  • Manage billing, subscriptions, and contracts
  • Send essential service communications
  • Improve our website and service offerings
  • Meet legal, regulatory, and accounting obligations

Legal bases for processing:

  • Performance of a contract
  • Legitimate interests
  • Compliance with legal obligations

2.5 Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

  • Service providers: website hosting, email, analytics, payment processors (e.g., Stripe)
  • Professional advisers (lawyers, accountants)
  • Regulatory authorities if legally required

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

Some providers may be located outside the UK/EEA.
Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.


2.6 Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

  • Delivering services
  • Business administration
  • Legal and accounting requirements

After this, data is securely deleted or anonymised.


2.7 Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction
  • Request deletion
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Restrict processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, contact:
lsbergco@gmail.com

You may also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).


2.8 Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access.


2.9 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always appear on this page.


2.10 Contact

For any privacy-related questions:
📧 lsbergco@gmail.com


3. Cookies & Tracking

3.1 Current Cookie Use

At present, this website uses only essential cookies required for basic operation and security.
No analytics, marketing, or tracking cookies are enabled unless or until you give consent.


3.2 Future Use (Google Analytics & Stripe)

When Google Analytics and Stripe payment processing are added, the site may use two types of cookies:

Essential Cookies (always on)

Used for:

  • Site security
  • Payment processing (e.g., Stripe session & fraud-prevention cookies)
  • Core website functionality

Consent not required for essential cookies.

Analytics Cookies (optional)

If enabled, Google Analytics may set cookies that track:

  • Page views
  • Traffic sources
  • Device and browser information
  • User behaviour patterns

These cookies require user consent for UK/EU visitors.


3.3 Cookie Control

You can control cookies through:

  • Browser settings
  • Built-in cookie preferences on this site (if and when enabled)
  • Rejecting analytics cookies through our consent banner (when added)

3.4 By Continuing to Use This Site

By using this website after acknowledging any applicable cookie notice (if displayed), you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.