1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy sets out how Elevate Dentistry collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you interact with us, whether in person, online, or through one of our courses. We are committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our students, website visitors, and professional partners.
2. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to all personal data collected by Elevate Dentistry through our website, registration forms, email communications, and in-person events or training. It includes information from students, faculty, speakers, contractors, and users of our services.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal data depending on your interaction with us:
– Name, contact information, and job title
– Professional qualifications and GDC registration
– Email preferences and communication history
– Course enrolment details and attendance
– Billing and payment details
– Technical data from website use (IP address, browser type, cookies)
4. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
– Online registration and contact forms
– Direct communications (email, phone, in person)
– Course sign-ups and attendance sheets
– Cookies and analytics tools on our website
5. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
– Deliver courses and professional training
– Manage your course enrolment and certification
– Communicate updates and respond to enquiries
– Process payments and maintain records
– Send you marketing updates (only with your consent)
– Ensure website security and improve user experience
6. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following legal bases:
– Your consent
– Fulfilment of a contract
– Compliance with legal obligations
– Our legitimate interests as a training provider
7. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your data. We only share your information with trusted third parties who are required to handle your data in compliance with applicable privacy laws. These may include:
– Payment providers
– Accreditation bodies
– IT and email service providers
8. International Transfers
We do not routinely transfer your data outside of the UK. If we do, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
10. Your Data Protection Rights
You have rights under data protection law including:
– The right to access and correct your data
– The right to object or restrict certain processing
– The right to withdraw consent
– The right to request data deletion (in some cases)
– The right to lodge a complaint with the ICO
11. Cookies and Website Tracking
We use cookies and tracking technologies to personalise content, analyse website traffic, and improve functionality. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. See our Cookie Policy for full details.
12. Changes to This Policy
We review our privacy practices regularly. Any changes will be reflected in an updated Privacy Policy published on our website.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact us at:
Email: admin@elevate-dent.com