Privacy Policy

WEBSITE PRIVACY POLICY

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About TYC

1.1. Introduction

At The Young Consultant (TYC), we are committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1.2 Scope

This policy applies to all personal data processed by TYC and is intended for all website visitors, members, contractors, and third parties who have access to this data. It refers to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and additional UK data protection legislation.

This Privacy Policy applies to the website(s) provided by The Young Consultant (TYC), a company headquartered in London, and/or the other companies of the TYC group ("TYC", “we”, “us”) who act as data controllers with respect to the personal data you share with TYC under this Policy.

The Sites include www.theyoungconsultant.co.uk and additional websites or mobile applications produced and managed by TYC that link to this Policy.

TYC knows that your privacy is important to you and takes user privacy very seriously.

We are committed to protecting your personal data (i.e. any information you provide to us from which you can be identified) in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

TYC reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to alter and update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We therefore invite you to review the current version of the Privacy Policy each time you return to our Site.

What is Privacy Policy?

A Privacy Policy is a statement that explains how an organisation collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal data. It outlines your rights regarding your data and how you can exercise them.

What is the scope of TYC's Data Protection and Privacy Policy (DPP)?

The DPP refers to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which came into force on 25 May 2018, and additional UK data protection legislation. This policy applies to all personal data processed by TYC and is intended for all members, contractors, and third parties who have access to this data.

What types of personal data does TYC collect?

Personal Identification Information: Name, address, email address, phone number.· Demographic Information: Age, gender, preferences, interests.· Technical Information: IP address, browser type and version, time zone setting, operating system, and platform.· Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, pages visited, time spent on pages, click-throughs.

How does TYC collect my data?

Direct Interactions: Filling out forms, contacting us.· Automated Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, tracking technologies.· Third Parties: Social media platforms, analytics providers.

How does TYC use my data?

Your data is used to:· Provide and manage our services.· Improve our website, products, and services.· Communicate with you about promotions, updates, and offers.· Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.

What is the legal basis for processing my data?

Consent: You have given consent for us to process your data for specific purposes.· Letter of Engagement: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party.· Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation.· Vital Interests: Processing is necessary to protect your vital interests.· Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, except where such interests are overridden by your rights and freedoms.

How long does TYC retain my data?

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, in accordance with our internal policy.

What are my rights regarding my personal data?

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:· Access: Request access to your personal data.· Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate data.· Erasure: Request erasure of your personal data.· Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data.· Objection: Object to the processing of your data.· Data Portability: Request the transfer of your data to another party.

How does TYC ensure the security of my data?

How does TYC use cookies and tracking technologies?

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:· Enhance user experience on our website.· Analyse website traffic and usage patterns.· Customise content and advertisements.· You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.

Can I opt-out of data collection and processing?

Yes, you have the right to opt-out of data collection and processing. This can be done by contacting us directly or using the opt-out mechanisms provided in our communications.

Does TYC share my data with third parties?

We may share your data with third parties such as social media platforms and analytics providers to improve our services and website. However, we do not sell your personal data to third parties.

How does TYC handle employee data?

Types of Information Collected: Personal Identification Information, Demographic Information.· Collection Methods: Direct Interactions, Third Parties, TYC Data & Privacy Questionnaire.· Usage of Information: Providing and managing services, improving our website, communicating with clients and members, complying with legal obligations.· Storage & Protection: Secure storage using industry-standard encryption and access controls, regular security audits.· Tracking: Tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyse website traffic, and customise content.· Opt-Out: Employees have the right to opt-out of data collection and processing.

How does TYC handle client data and confidentiality?

Conflict of Interest: Staff must announce any conflicts of interest.· Confidentiality Obligations: Staff must maintain client confidentiality and not share sensitive project content or specific client names. Allowed disclosures include client industry, general focus, and personal project contributions.· Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): Some projects may require signing an NDA to maintain client confidentiality.

What internal measures does TYC implement for data protection?

TYC Data & Privacy Questionnaire: To obtain employee agreement and consent regarding data storage, privacy, and sharing with partners.· Password Protected Documents: Certain documents will be password-protected to ensure security and limit access.· Staff Access & Restrictions: Staff must not download any resource from TYC SharePoint without permission and should not access folders they have not been invited to. Unauthorised access will be managed with a 3-strike system leading to engagement termination.

How can I contact TYC about my privacy concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our:

IT Specialist: Rey Poh
r.poh@theyoungconsultant.co.uk

_Definitions

_{1. Personal Data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.}

_{2. Processing is any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, recording, organisation, structuring, storage, adaptation, alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure, dissemination, alignment, combination, restriction, erasure, or destruction}

_{3. Data Subject is an individual whose personal data is being processed.}

_{4. Data Controller is the entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.}

_{5. Data Processor is the entity that processes personal data on behalf of the Data Controller.}

_{6. Data Consent is Freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of the Data Subject's wishes by which they, by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, signify agreement to the processing of personal data relating to them.}

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_{1. Personal Data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.}

_{3. Data Subject is an individual whose personal data is being processed.}

_{4. Data Controller is the entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.}

_{5. Data Processor is the entity that processes personal data on behalf of the Data Controller.}

_{6. Data Consent is Freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of the Data Subject's wishes by which they, by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, signify agreement to the processing of personal data relating to them.}

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WEBSITE PRIVACY POLICY

1. Personal Data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

3. Data Subject is an individual whose personal data is being processed.

4. Data Controller is the entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

5. Data Processor is the entity that processes personal data on behalf of the Data Controller.

6. Data Consent is Freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of the Data Subject's wishes by which they, by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, signify agreement to the processing of personal data relating to them.

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_{1. Personal Data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.}

_{3. Data Subject is an individual whose personal data is being processed.}

_{4. Data Controller is the entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.}

_{5. Data Processor is the entity that processes personal data on behalf of the Data Controller.}

_{6. Data Consent is Freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of the Data Subject's wishes by which they, by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, signify agreement to the processing of personal data relating to them.}