Who we are

AyNik Properties Ltd (“AyNik”, “we”, “us”) is a UK property investment and deal‑sourcing company providing BMV deal sourcing, deal packaging, strategy/consultancy, and hands‑free serviced accommodation.

Scope

This notice explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal data relating to prospective clients, investors, landlords, suppliers, and website users, in line with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

What data we collect

• Identity & contact: name, email, phone, address, company, role.
• Investment preferences: budget, target locations/strategies, risk profile, timeline.
• KYC/AML information (where required): proof of ID/address, source‑of‑funds/wealth details.
• Deal & service interactions: enquiries, call notes, proposals, contracts, payments (processed via secure providers).
• Website/cookie data: browser/device info, IP address, pages viewed, form submissions, and marketing preferences.

We do not intentionally collect special category data. Please avoid sharing it unless requested for a lawful purpose.

How we use your data (lawful bases)

• Provide services and respond to enquiries (investor onboarding, deal sourcing/packaging, serviced accommodation). Contract – Art. 6(1)(b)
• Send relevant updates & Investor Circle alerts you request or reasonably expect. Legitimate Interests – Art. 6(1)(f) or Consent – Art. 6(1)(a)
• Comply with law (AML, financial reporting, record‑keeping). Legal Obligation – Art. 6(1)(c)
• Improve our website & services (analytics, troubleshooting, security). Legitimate Interests – Art. 6(1)(f)

Marketing

We send marketing (e.g., Investor Circle updates) only if you’ve asked for it or it’s reasonable to expect based on our relationship. You can opt out at any time via unsubscribe links or by emailing info@aynikproperties.com.

Sharing your data

We share data only as necessary with:

• Service providers/processors: CRM/email platforms, cloud hosting, ID‑verification/KYC tools, payment processors, analytics, website providers (bound by data processing contracts).
• Professional partners: solicitors, brokers, surveyors, contractors — only when needed to progress a deal or service you’ve requested.
• Authorities/regulators: where required by law (e.g., AML).

International transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the UK, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., ICO International Data Transfer Agreement/Addendum or adequacy decisions).

Retention

• General enquiries/prospects: up to 24 months from last contact.
• KYC/AML & transaction records: typically 5 years (or longer if required by law).
• Contracts, invoices & tax records: generally 6 years.

We keep data only as long as needed for the purposes above.

Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures (access controls, encryption in transit where applicable, role‑based permissions, staff training, vetted suppliers). While no method is 100% secure, we work to protect your information.

Your rights

You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict or object to processing, and to data portability. Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time. To exercise rights, email info@aynikproperties.com. You also have the right to complain to the ICO at ico.org.uk.

Cookies

We use necessary cookies and, where enabled, analytics/marketing cookies. You can adjust preferences in your browser or via our cookie banner (if present). See our Cookie Policy for details.

Children

Our services target adults. We do not knowingly collect children’s data.

Changes

We may update this notice from time to time. The latest version will always appear on our website.