Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01.03.2025

1. Introduction
   Welcome to Beyond the Barriers Academy™ (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit our website www.beyondthebarriersacademy.com. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable international privacy laws.
   
   
2. Information We Collect
   We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, etc.).
• Transaction information if you purchase products or services from us.
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage analytics.
• Any other data you voluntarily provide to us (e.g., through contact forms or subscriptions).

3. How We Use Your Information
   We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and improve our website and services.
• To communicate with you, including responding to enquiries.
• To process transactions and manage customer relationships.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

4. Legal Basis for Processing
   We process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Your consent (e.g., when you subscribe to our newsletter).
• Performance of a contract (e.g., when you purchase a service).
• Compliance with legal obligations under UK and international privacy laws.
• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our website and user experience).

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
   We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

• Service providers assisting in website operation and marketing.
• Legal authorities if required by law.
• Third parties with your explicit consent.

6. International Data Transfers
   If your data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as UK Standard Contractual Clauses, are in place to comply with international data protection laws.

    

7. Data Retention
   We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

    

8. Your Rights
   Under UK and international data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable).
• Object to data processing or request data portability.
• Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) or your local data protection authority.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
   We use cookies to improve user experience.

    

10. Security Measures
    We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

     

11. Contact Us
    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@beyondthebarriersacademy.com

12. Changes to This Policy
    We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”