CODE AHEAD, LDA ("Code Ahead", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you fill out a contact form, book a consultation call, or subscribe to our newsletter. This may include your name, email address, phone number, company name, and project details. If you join our talent pool on the Careers page, we collect your name, email address, the area you work in, the link you share (CV, LinkedIn or portfolio) and your note. We also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. This is collected via standard server logs and analytics tools.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to respond to your enquiries and provide the services you request, send you project updates and relevant communications, improve our website and services, comply with legal obligations, and send our newsletter if you have opted in. Talent pool details are used only to contact you about roles at Code Ahead. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share data with trusted service providers (such as email and analytics platforms) who assist us in operating our website, under strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, we process your personal data under the following legal bases: contract performance (when processing is necessary to fulfil a service agreement), legitimate interests (for analytics and improving our services), consent (for newsletter subscriptions and for the talent pool), and legal obligation (when required by applicable law). You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@code-ahead.com.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse site traffic. Essential cookies are required for the website to function properly. Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Contact enquiries are retained for up to 3 years. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. Talent pool details are kept for up to 24 months, or until you ask us to delete them.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes HTTPS encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Contact
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact us at: hello@code-ahead.com CODE AHEAD, LDA · NIF 519 071 948 Rua Dr. Mário Monterroso, Fração H, N.º 27, 4600-074 São Gonçalo, Amarante