Why Merit Academy Needs a Privacy Policy

At Merit Academy, safeguarding your personal information is paramount. We adhere to stringent measures outlined in our Privacy Policy to ensure the confidentiality and security of your data. As a UK-based institution, we are regulated by the UK Data Protection Act 2018, underscoring our commitment to protecting your privacy.

What Information Do We Collect?

When you engage with Merit Academy’s services, whether through our website or application, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, and organizational information. This data is essential for providing and improving our services, as well as for legal compliance.

How Do We Use Your Information?

The information we gather serves various purposes, including enhancing our services, responding to your inquiries, analyzing user interactions, and marketing additional offerings. We may also disclose information in response to legal requests or when necessary to protect our rights or property.

Sharing Your Information

Your personally identifiable information is shared with third parties only under specific circumstances, such as with your consent, for legal proceedings, or in the event of a business transfer. Any third parties involved are bound by confidentiality agreements comparable to our own Privacy Policy.

Retention and Security Measures

We retain your information for the duration of your subscription and for a period thereafter, as required by law. Our website and application employ robust security measures to safeguard against unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse of your data.

Email and Call Privacy

We adhere to best practices for email marketing, ensuring that communications are permission-based. Additionally, we record calls for contractual and training purposes, with strict protocols in place to protect the privacy of those involved.

External Links and Your Rights

While we review external links for quality at the time of publication, we cannot be held responsible for their content. You have rights regarding your personal information, including access, correction, erasure, objection, and data portability, which you can exercise by contacting us directly.

Contact Us

For inquiries or assistance regarding your personal information, please reach out to us at info@meritacademy.co.uk or call us at +44 7456 701575. We strive to address all support requests promptly, typically within 2 hours.

Policy Changes

Merit Academy reserves the right to update our privacy policies as needed, with the most current version available on our website. By using our services, you agree to be bound by the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy, forming a legal agreement between you and Merit Academy.