Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 14th July 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Georgina Taylor Coaching ("we," "our," "us"). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.georginataylorcoaching.com.

This policy applies between you, the user of this website, and Georgina Taylor Coaching, the owner and provider of this website. We take your privacy seriously. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your information.

2. Definitions and Interpretation

In this Privacy Policy:

Data: Collectively all information that you submit to Georgina Taylor Coaching via the website. This includes, where applicable, definitions from the Data Protection Act 1998.
Cookies: Small text files placed on your computer by this website when you visit certain parts or use certain features.
Georgina Taylor Coaching or Us: Georgina Taylor Coaching, a company in England with a registered address in the UK.
UK and EU Cookie Law: The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003, as amended by the 2011 regulations.
User or You: Any third party accessing the website not employed by Georgina Taylor Coaching and not providing services to Georgina Taylor Coaching.
Website: The website you are currently using, www.georginataylorcoaching.com, and any sub-domains unless excluded by their own terms and conditions.

In this policy, unless the context requires otherwise:

The singular includes the plural and vice versa.
References to sub-clauses, clauses, schedules, or appendices are to parts of this Privacy Policy.
"Including" means "including without limitation."
References to any statutory provision include modifications or amendments.
Headings do not affect the interpretation.

3. Scope of this Privacy Policy

This policy applies only to Georgina Taylor Coaching's actions and users regarding this website. It does not extend to any websites accessible from this website, including social media links.

4. Data Collected

Here is a more detailed look at the information we may collect from you. The information described below is, of course, in addition to any personal data we are required by law to process in any given situation:

Depending on the relevant circumstances and applicable local laws and requirements, we may collect some or all of the information listed below to enable us to offer you our services which are tailored to your needs, circumstances and interests.

Name
Gender
Profession
Marital status
Date of birth
Email addresses
Telephone numbers
Demographic information (address, postcode, preferences, interests)
Financial information (credit/debit card numbers and bank account numbers)
IP address (automatically collected)
Web browser type and version (automatically collected)
Operating system (automatically collected)
URLs of referring sites, your activity on this website, and the site you exit to (automatically collected)

5. Our Use of Data

For the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998, Georgina Taylor Coaching is the "data controller." We will retain your data for 12 months. Unless required or permitted by law, we will not disclose your data to third parties, except affiliates and companies within our group. Data is stored securely in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. We may use your data for:

Providing our services
Improving our products/services
Sending promotional materials by email

6. Third-Party Websites and Services

We may employ third parties for services necessary for the website's operation. These providers have access to personal data only as needed to perform their services and must adhere to the Data Protection Act 1998.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites. We have no control over these websites and are not responsible for their content. This policy does not cover your use of those websites.

8. Business Ownership and Control Changes

Georgina Taylor Coaching may sell or transfer control of our business. Data provided by users will be transferred along with the business and the new owner will be permitted to use it for the original purposes.

9. Controlling Use of Your Data

You can restrict our use of your data for direct marketing and sharing with third parties.

10. Website Functionality

To use all website features, you may need to submit certain data. You can restrict cookies via your internet browser settings.

11. Accessing Your Data

You have the right to request a copy of your personal data held by us for a small fee depending upon the amount of data it relates to.
We adhere to strict ethical guidelines regarding confidentiality and privacy: Establishing Clear Boundaries: We set clear expectations and boundaries with our clients from the beginning. This includes explaining the limits of confidentiality and what information will be kept private.
Informed Consent: We will explain the nature of the coaching relationship, including confidentiality policies, and ensuring that clients understand and agree to these terms.
Legal and Ethical Obligations: We are bound by legal and ethical obligations to maintain client confidentiality.
Exceptions to Confidentiality: We usually clarify the circumstances under which we might need to break confidentiality. This may include situations where there is a risk of harm to the client or others, or when required by law.
Anonymous Case Examples: We may alter details to ensure the anonymity of our clients. This helps protect the privacy of individuals while still sharing valuable insights.

·Secure Communication Channels: We use secure and private communication channels for interactions with clients. This may include encrypted email, video conferencing tools with privacy features, or other secure platforms

Professional Supervision and Consultation: We may consult with other professionals to ensure we are providing effective and ethical services.
Record-Keeping Practices: We maintain records in a secure manner, ensuring that client information is kept confidential. We have specific protocols for storing and disposing of client records when they are no longer needed.
Ongoing Communication: We maintain open and honest communication with our clients about the limits of confidentiality. If there are changes to policies or if a situation arises that requires a breach of confidentiality, we will discuss this with our client.

12. Security

We prioritise data security and have measures in place to protect your data. However, internet transmission is not entirely secure, and is at your own risk.

13. Cookies

This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. You can accept or decline cookies through your browser settings.

14. General

You may not transfer your rights under this policy. We may transfer our rights where your rights are not affected. If any provision is invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in effect. This policy is governed by English law.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Georgina Taylor Coaching may update this policy as needed. Changes will be posted on the website, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

For questions about this policy, please contact us via the contact form on our website.