Terms & Privacy
Information we may collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
- Information you provide: name, email, phone number, company name and any information you submit via contact forms or email.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information and statistics on the use of the Site (through cookies or analysis tools).
- Cookies and tracking: small data files stored on your device to improve the user experience and the performance of the Site.
How we use data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
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- To respond to enquiries and provide the requested information.
- To provide our tax advisory and consultancy services.
- To improve our Website, services and communications.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
- For internal administration, record-keeping and fraud prevention.
Base jurídica para o tratamento
We process your data on the following legal grounds (Article 6 of the GDPR):
- Contractual necessity: when the data is necessary to provide our services.
- Legal obligation: when processing is required by law.
- Legitimate interests: how to improve our services, prevent fraud and ensure the security of the Site.
- Consent: for specific cases (e.g. marketing communications, cookies). You can withdraw your consent at any time.
Sharing and dissemination of data
We may share your personal data only with:
- Service providers that provide assistance with hosting, IT, email or analytics (under confidentiality agreements).
- Legal or regulatory authorities, when required by law.
- Professional consultants (accountants, lawyers, auditors) bound by confidentiality.
International data transfers
If we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure that it is protected by appropriate safeguards (such as the EU Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal protections).
Data retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law (e.g. tax and accounting obligations). When it is no longer needed, the data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
Your rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Access – obtain a copy of your personal data.
- Rectification – correct incorrect or incomplete data.
- Erasure – request the erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Restriction – limit the way we process your data.
- Portability – receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Opposition – object to processing, including for direct marketing.
- Withdraw consent – when processing is based on consent.
To exercise your rights, please contact us by email at jpslaw@jpslaw.com.pt. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Data Protection Commission (CNPD) of Portugal.
Cookies
We use cookies to improve functionality and analyse website traffic. Some cookies are essential, while others (analytics, marketing) require your consent. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve functionality, and provide information to website owners.
How we use cookies
At jpslaw.com.pt, we use:
- Essential cookies – necessary for the functioning of the website (e.g. security, navigation, main features).
- Optional cookies (analysis/performance) – to understand how visitors use our website and to improve it.
These cookies will only be placed with your consent.
Manage your preferences
When you visit jpslaw.com.pt for the first time, you will be asked if you consent to optional cookies. You can accept, reject or manage your preferences.
You can also withdraw or change your consent at any time.
In addition, you can manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the performance of the website.