Privacy and Cookie Policy
​Last updated: 06/2025
At Gau Authentic Ltd., we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This policy explains how we collect and use your information when you contact us through our website
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This document outlines how we collect and use your data, and how we protect it.
1. Who we are
We are Gau Authentic Ltd, a UK-based company promoting the future sale of pure, traditional Gir cow dung powder. Our goal is to connect with like-minded individuals who appreciate natural and heritage-based farming products.
Registered address: Gau Authentic Ltd, 20 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7GU. Email: info@gauauthentic.com
2. What personal data we collect
Because we are currently building interest and not selling products online , the personal information we collect is limited and voluntary. We may collect:
Name
Email address
Phone number (if you provide it)
Any message or enquiry you submit via our contact form or email
Your expressed interest in future purchases
Additionally, our website may automatically collect limited technical data:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited and browsing behaviour on our site
3. How we use your data
Your personal data is used solely to:
Respond to your enquiries
Record your interest in our products
Keep you updated about future availability
Understand the level of interest in our product
Comply with any applicable legal obligations
We do not use your data for advertising or profiling, and we will never sell or share your data with third parties for commercial purposes.
4. Legal basis for processing
We collect and process your personal data under the following legal bases:
Consent – when you voluntarily submit your contact details and express interest
Legitimate interest – to respond to your interest and build our community of supporters
Legal obligation – if required for regulatory or tax purposes (unlikely at this stage)
5. Data retention
We will store your information only as long as it is necessary for the purpose it was collected. For contacts who show interest, we may retain your information until our product is launched (anticipated within the next 12 months), unless you request its deletion sooner.
6. Sharing your data
We treat your data confidentially. We do not sell, rent, or trade your data. In limited cases, your data may be shared with:
Our secure email service provider (for newsletters or replies)
Website hosting provider (for storing form submissions)
These providers are compliant with UK data protection laws and are contractually bound to protect your data.
7. Your rights
Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have rights over your data, including:
The right to access your personal information
The right to correct or update inaccurate data
The right to request deletion of your data
The right to object to or limit certain uses of your data
The right to withdraw your consent at any time
The right to file a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, please contact us directly via email.
8. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and improve your experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device when you browse.
We use:
Essential cookies – required for core website functions
Analytics cookies – to understand visitor traffic and improve site design (e.g., Google Analytics)
You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings at any time.
9. Security of your data
We apply industry-standard security practices to protect your data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, please note that no method of internet transmission is 100% secure.
10. International data transfers
We store your data in the UK or with providers who comply with the UK’s data protection regulations.
11. Policy updates
We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy as our business evolves or in response to legal changes. The latest version will always be available on our website.
12. Contact us
If you have questions, please contact: