Privacy Policy

Introduction

This privacy policy explains how meta-ridge collects, uses, and protects personal information provided by visitors and users of this website and our educational services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you submit an enrollment request or contact us, we collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Any additional information you choose to provide in message fields
• Selected course information

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• IP address (anonymized)

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Processing enrollment requests and course registrations
• Responding to inquiries and providing requested information
• Communicating about courses, schedules, and programme updates
• Improving website functionality and user experience
• Meeting legal and regulatory requirements

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you submit information through our forms
• Contractual necessity: To provide educational services you request
• Legitimate interests: To improve our services and communicate relevant information
• Legal obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating our website or conducting business, under confidentiality agreements
• When required by law or to respond to legal processes
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Enrollment inquiries are typically retained for two years. Active participant information is retained for the duration of enrollment plus seven years for record-keeping purposes.

Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing in specific situations
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. For detailed information about our cookie practices, please see our Cookies Policy.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites, including scientific references on PubMed. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites.

Children's Privacy

While we provide educational programmes for children, this website is directed to adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 16 without parental consent. Enrollment for junior programmes must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian.

International Data Transfers

Your information is primarily processed within the United Kingdom. If we transfer data outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our website and services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

For questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, contact:

meta-ridge
42 Leopold Street
Sheffield, S1 2GZ
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]

Supervisory Authority

If you believe we have not addressed your concerns appropriately, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's supervisory authority for data protection issues.