1. Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

1.1 Information you provide

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Location
• Resume/CV
• LinkedIn profile
• Education details
• Skills and experience
• Application responses
• Payment information (processed securely by third‑party providers)

1.2 Automatically collected data

• IP address
• Device information
• Browser type
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, etc.)

1.3 Programme participation data

• Project submissions
• Assessments
• Attendance records
• Feedback and communication

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To process and evaluate your programme application
• To deliver training, mentorship, and virtual work experience
• To communicate with you regarding sessions, tasks, and updates
• To provide career development support (CV, LinkedIn, interview prep)
• To issue certificates and reference letters
• To improve our services and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations

We do not use your data for automated decision‑making or profiling.

3. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data only in the following situations:

3.1 With your explicit consent

If you choose to opt‑in, we may share your resume/profile with:

• Employers
• Hiring partners
• Recruitment agencies

This is optional and not required to join the programme.

3.2 Service providers

We may share data with trusted third‑party vendors who help us operate our services, such as:

• Payment processors
• Cloud hosting providers
• Communication tools
• Learning platforms

These providers must comply with GDPR and cannot use your data for their own purposes.

3.3 Legal requirements

We may disclose data if required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We never sell your personal data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent (when you apply or opt‑in)
• Contractual necessity (to deliver the programme)
• Legitimate interest (programme improvement, security)
• Legal obligation (record‑keeping, compliance)

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Application data: up to 24 months
• Programme participation data: up to 36 months
• Certificates and reference letters: retained indefinitely for verification
• Marketing opt‑in data: until you unsubscribe

You may request deletion at any time.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
• Withdraw consent
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at:

Support@cadetx.co.uk

7. Data Security

We use industry‑standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted storage
• Secure servers
• Access controls
• Regular audits

However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

8. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the UK/EU, we ensure:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Adequate safeguards
• Compliance with GDPR requirements

9. Children's Privacy

• Our programmes are intended for individuals aged 16+.
• We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16.

10. Updates to This Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
• The latest version will always be available on this page.

11. Contact Us

For questions or data requests, contact:

CadetX — Data Protection Officer

Email: Support@cadetx.co.uk

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3. Cookie Retention Periods

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Retained for up to 12 months
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4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

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5. UK GDPR & PECR Compliance

Our use of cookies complies with UK GDPR and PECR. We only set non-essential cookies with explicit consent.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact CadetX Ltd at Support@cadetx.co.uk.