Open Forest

Legals & Security

Your data stays in Ireland, your rights stay with you. Open Forest is regulated, GDPR compliant, and committed to full transparency.

Open Forest is committed to operating under the most rigorous legal, compliance and data security standards.

GDPR

GDPR

Open Forest is fully compliant with GDPR - Regulation (EU) 2016/679. We ensure the highest standard of data protection for every client on our platform.

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TCSP Regulated

We are regulated by the Department of Justice as a Trust and Company Service Provider - one of the strictest regulatory frameworks in Ireland.

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Chartered Accountants

We have a number of chartered accountants working in Open Forest, all of whom are regulated by Chartered Accountants Ireland.

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LSRA

LSRA Compliant

Our lawyers are fully regulated by the Legal Services Regulatory Authority - Ireland's independent legal regulator - ensuring the highest professional standards.

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Trusted data storage

EEA-based storage

All your data is stored on AWS servers within the EEA (Ireland). We do not transfer your personal data outside of the EEA without your explicit consent.

No third-party data selling

We do not engage in the sale of user data, nor do we process your data for our own commercial purposes beyond delivering our services.

Data minimisation

We collect only what is strictly necessary. Access to your personal data is limited to personnel who need it to provide our services.

Legal-grade security

Encrypted and protected data

Sensitive business information is handled with strong security controls to help keep company records, documents, and financial data protected.

Built on trusted cloud infrastructure

Open Forest uses modern cloud-based systems designed for reliability, resilience, and secure data storage.

Security-first platform design

Security is considered across the platform, from user authentication to document handling and ongoing compliance workflows.

Open and Accountable

No lock-in

Leave whenever you want and take your records with you. Your data isn't held hostage.

A clear audit trail

See who accessed what, and when, so nothing happens to your data behind your back.

Real people, accountable

Qualified, regulated professionals stand behind the platform, not just software.

The Important Stuff

See our legal policies listed below.

Terms of Service — General Applicability

The general terms that govern your use of our website, app, and services, setting out the rules that apply to everyone who works with Open Forest.

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Terms of Service — Incorporation Services

The terms covering our company formation and incorporation services, including what we deliver and what we need from you to set up your company.

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Terms of Service — Corporate Governance

The terms covering our corporate governance and company secretarial services, including how we help keep your company compliant and in good standing.

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Terms of Service — Tax & Accounting

The terms covering our tax and accounting services, including the scope of the work we carry out and the responsibilities we share with you.

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Privacy Policy — Data Usage

We collect personal data to enhance your experience and provide tailored services. Your data security is a priority for us.

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Cookie Policy — Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

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