Legal Practice Learning Course we respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect:
✅ Personal Data:
- Name, contact details (email, phone, address).
- Payment information (processed via secure third-party gateways like Stripe/PayPal).
- Academic/career history (for enrollment purposes).
✅ Automated Data:
- IP address, device type, browser (via cookies and analytics tools like Google Analytics).
- Website usage patterns (e.g., pages visited).
✅ Work Experience Data:
- Performance reports from host organizations.
- Attendance records during placements.
2. How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Enrollment processing | Contractual necessity |
| Payment processing | Legal obligation |
| Course delivery & mentorship | Legitimate interest |
| Work Experience placements | Consent (for sensitive data) |
| Marketing (e.g., newsletters) | Opt-in consent |
3. Data Sharing & Disclosures
We may share data with:
🔹 Instructors/Mentors: For course delivery.
🔹 Host Organizations: For Work Experience placements (UK/India).
🔹 Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal (we do not store card details).
🔹 Legal Authorities: If required by law (e.g., fraud prevention).
We never sell your data to third parties.
4. International Data Transfers
- Data may be transferred to India for Work Experience coordination.
- We use GDPR-compliant safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
5. Data Retention
We retain your data:
- Active students: Until 3 years after course completion.
- Enrollment inquiries: 1 year if no enrollment.
- Financial records: 7 years (UK tax law requirement).
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you can:
🔸 Access: Request a copy of your data.
🔸 Rectify: Correct inaccurate data.
🔸 Erasure: Request deletion (where applicable).
🔸 Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
🔸 Object: Opt out of marketing or automated decisions.
To exercise these rights, contact: privacy@lplc.uk
7. Cookies & Tracking
- We use essential cookies (for website functionality) and analytics cookies (opt-out available).
- Third-party cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) are anonymized.
8. Security Measures
We implement:
- Encryption (SSL/TLS for data transfers).
- Access controls (staff training, password policies).
- Regular security audits.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under 16. If we inadvertently collect such data, we will delete it promptly.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this policy. Changes will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
For privacy-related queries or complaints:
📧 Email: privacy@lplc.uk
📞 Phone: 0203 745 4545
📬 Post: Third Floor, 36 Alie Street, London E2 8DA, UK
Complaints may also be lodged with the UK ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office).
🔍 Key Notes for LPLC:
- GDPR Compliance: Explicitly addresses UK/EU requirements.
- Work Experience Clarity: Explains international data transfers (India).
- Student Control: Highlights rights (e.g., erasure, opt-out).
- Security Transparency: Builds trust with users.
Let me know if you’d like to:
- Add a cookie banner snippet (for website implementation).
- Include a data processing agreement (for host organizations).
- Adjust retention periods based on your internal policies.
This policy balances legal rigor with readability for students. ⚖️🔒