Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us and information automatically collected when you use our platform.

• Personal information (name, email address)
• Profile information
• Application information and related documents
• Communication preferences and history
• Information collected automatically, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and usage patterns
• Information provided when using third-party log in services, such as Google

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide and improve our services, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations.

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Send notifications about relevant opportunities and optional marketing communications
• Generate personalised recommendations and notifications based on your preferences
• Analyse anonymised or aggregated data to improve the platform and research trends
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our legitimate interests

We only process your personal information based on your consent, to fulfil our contractual obligations, or when necessary for legal compliance or legitimate business interests.

3. Information Sharing

We respect your privacy and do not share your personal information except when legally required.

• Legal authorities when required by law

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Where data is transferred outside the UK or European Economic Area, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in line with applicable data protection laws.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including encryption and access controls, to protect your information. Please keep your account credentials secure and confidential.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Account data is retained until deletion by the user.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, remember your preferences, and analyse platform usage. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Object to certain processing based on legitimate interests, including automated processing for personalised recommendations
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been violated

8. Minors

The OCP is intended for users aged 13 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly upon notification.

9. Automated Processing

Some features, such as personalised recommendations and notifications, are generated automatically based on the information and preferences you provide. You may object to this automated processing by updating your preferences or contacting us.

10. Data Breach Notifications

In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify affected users as soon as possible and in line with UK GDPR requirements, including notification to the ICO where applicable.

11. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any websites you visit.

12. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or platform notifications. Please review this page periodically for updates.

13. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out through our contact page.The OCP is registered with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), registration number ZC071760.