Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 26, 2026
Introduction
LEI Search ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our LEI search service.
LEI Search is operated by LEI Worldwide™, an official GLEIF Registration Agent (LEI Code: 984500F7B763FH6D1710).
Information We Collect
Search Queries
We collect search queries you enter into our LEI search tool to provide you with relevant results from GLEIF, Companies House, and OpenCorporates databases.
Account Information (Optional)
If you choose to create an account, we collect your email address for authentication purposes and to enable features such as watchlists and saved searches.
Usage Data
We automatically collect information about how you access and use our service, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and store certain information. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie banner.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our LEI search service
- Process your search queries and return relevant results
- Manage your account and provide customer support
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance our service
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security vulnerabilities
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
Data Quality Control Policy
Data Sources
We source LEI data from official and reputable databases:
- GLEIF (Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation) - The official global LEI database
- Companies House - UK's official register of companies
- OpenCorporates - The world's largest open database of companies
Real-Time Data Access
Our service queries the GLEIF API in real-time to ensure you receive the most current and accurate LEI information available, including:
- Current registration status (Active, Lapsed, Retired, etc.)
- Entity legal name and registration details
- LEI renewal and expiration dates
- Relationship data (parent companies, fund structures)
Data Accuracy and Verification
We implement the following quality control measures:
- Direct API integration with authoritative sources to eliminate data degradation
- No local caching of LEI data - all searches return live data
- Clear display of data source and last update timestamp for each record
- Validation of LEI code format according to ISO 17442 standard
- Regular monitoring of API availability and data consistency
Data Limitations and Disclaimers
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, users should be aware:
- Data accuracy depends on the source databases (GLEIF, Companies House, OpenCorporates)
- Our service aggregates and displays data but does not create or modify LEI records
- For official LEI registration, renewal, or transfer services, please visit LEI Worldwide
- Users should verify critical information directly with official sources when making legal or financial decisions
Reporting Data Issues
If you identify any data quality issues, inaccuracies, or discrepancies, please report them through our contact page. We will investigate and escalate to the appropriate data source if necessary.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our service (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With Your Consent: When you have given explicit consent to share your information
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/SSL
- Secure authentication and password hashing
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and audit logs
- Secure cloud infrastructure with industry-standard protections
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where we rely on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our contact page.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Account information is retained until you request deletion. Search query logs may be retained for analytics purposes in anonymized form.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: Via our contact form
- Company: LEI Worldwide™
- LEI Code: 984500F7B763FH6D1710
- Website: leiworldwide.com