This privacy policy explains how IJCSEE collects, uses and protects your personal information when you visit this site. We are committed to safeguarding your data and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Scope of this notice
This policy applies to all personal data processed through ijcsee.org.uk. Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual. When you browse our guides, read articles or contact us, certain data about your visit may be collected.
What information we collect
We collect information you provide directly, such as your name and email address when you contact us. We also collect technical data automatically, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages you view. This technical data helps us understand how visitors use the site and identify issues.
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as health records, financial details or biometric information. If you contact us with a question, we retain your message and our reply for record-keeping purposes.
Lawful basis for processing
We process your data under legitimate interests: operating an information portal, responding to enquiries and improving our content. Where we rely on legitimate interests, we balance our needs against your rights and freedoms. You have the right to object to processing carried out under this basis.
Who else sees your data
We use third-party services to operate this site, including hosting providers and analytics platforms. These processors act on our instructions and are contractually bound to protect your data. Your information is not sold, rented or shared for marketing purposes.
We may disclose data if required by law, court order or regulatory authority. No data is transferred outside the United Kingdom without appropriate safeguards in place.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to access your personal data, request corrections, ask for erasure, restrict processing, object to processing and request portability of data you provided. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected] with details of your request. We will respond within one month.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk if you believe your data protection rights have been breached.
How long we keep your data
Technical logs are retained for up to 12 months. Correspondence sent to our contact address is kept for two years, after which it is deleted unless ongoing dialogue requires longer retention. We review stored data regularly and delete information that is no longer needed.
Children and minors
This site is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we hold data about a child, contact us immediately and we will delete it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in how we handle data or to comply with legal requirements. The current version is always available at this address. Continued use of the site after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact us
For questions about this privacy policy or to make a data request, email [email protected]. We aim to respond within 48 hours.
Disclaimer: This is an information site. We do not sell any goods or services.