Privacy Policy
Introduction
This Privacy Policy applies to all websites, applications, platforms, and services operated by Blue Education (“Services”). Our websites include blueeducation.org and any other affiliated domains (“Websites”).
This policy governs the collection, use, and management of personally identifiable information (“Personal Data”), such as your name, email, address, phone number, payment details, and other related information. If data is anonymised and cannot be used to identify you, this policy does not apply.
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any updates will be posted on our Websites without prior notice. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.
Who Are ‘We’?
“We,” “our,” or “us” refers to Blue Education Limited and its subsidiaries. Our headquarters are in London, UK, but we operate globally. For detailed contact information, please visit the “Contact Us” section on our website.
How We Collect Your Data
We collect Personal Data through the following methods:
- Information You Provide Directly:
- When you register for events, complete forms, participate in webinars, apply for jobs, or contact us for support.
- Refusing to provide certain Personal Data may limit your access to some of our Services.
- Information Collected Automatically:
- When you visit our Websites, we may collect your IP address, location, browser type, operating system, and device details.
- We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to understand how you interact with our Websites and improve your user experience.
- Information from Third Parties:
- We may receive Personal Data from trusted third parties, such as marketing partners, or from publicly available sources.
- This data is used to enhance the Services we provide and validate the information you have given us.
How We Use Your Data
Your Personal Data may be used to:
- Operate and improve our Websites and Services;
- Diagnose issues, analyse trends, and understand user preferences;
- Tailor our Services to meet your needs;
- Provide you with updates on events and Services;
- Sync data with external applications (e.g., calendars);
- Manage our relationship with you;
- Detect and prevent fraudulent activity;
- Send you marketing communications (with your consent);
- Fulfil any legal obligations.
How We Share Your Data
We may share your Personal Data with third parties in the following situations:
- Marketing and Partnerships: When third parties promote our Services on their websites, they may collect and share your Personal Data with us or vice versa, in accordance with their privacy policies.
- Social Media: If you use social media interfaces (e.g., Facebook, Twitter) on our Websites, your data may be shared according to those platforms’ privacy policies.
- Legal Requirements: To comply with legal obligations, protect rights, or address fraud and safety concerns.
- Business Transfers: If Blue Education is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, you will be notified of any changes affecting your Personal Data.
- With Your Consent: We will share your Personal Data with third parties only when you have given explicit consent.
International Transfers
Your Personal Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence, including those where our offices are located. We implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your data remains protected, regardless of where it is processed.
Security
We employ physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your Personal Data. These include encryption technologies (e.g., SSL) and regular security audits. Access to your data is limited to employees who need it to perform their job functions, and they are trained on confidentiality and privacy obligations.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your Personal Data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Retention
We retain your Personal Data for as long as necessary to maintain our relationship, fulfill legal obligations, and for archival purposes. Data may be stored on our servers or those of third-party cloud providers with global infrastructure. To inquire about data retention periods or request data deletion, please contact us at info@blueeducation.org.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or update your Personal Data;
- Request a copy of your Personal Data;
- Restrict or object to the processing of your Personal Data;
- Request the deletion of your Personal Data;
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
You can exercise these rights by contacting us at info@blueeducation.org. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and provide explanations if any request cannot be fulfilled.
How to Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your Personal Data, please contact us at:
Email: info@blueeducation.org