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The Elite Prep Limited (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal data when you visit our website, https://theeliteprep.co.uk/ (the “Site”), or engage with our services. By using our Site and services, you consent to our data practices as outlined here. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of our Site. We adhere to the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 in all data collection and processing activities.

1. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of data to provide and improve our services.
Device Information: When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, such as IP address, browser type, time zone, and specific cookies installed on your device. This also includes details about individual pages visited, referral URLs, and how you interact with the Site. We collect Device Information through the following technologies: o Log Files: Track actions occurring on the Site, collecting data such as IP address, browser type, Internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and timestamps.
Web Beacons, Tags, and Pixels: These electronic files help us record how you browse the Site.
Client Information: If you engage us for tutoring services, we collect personal information such as the client’s and student’s names, contact details, academic preferences, and payment information. This data is essential for delivering our services and communicating effectively with you.
Tutor Information: For tutors working with us, we collect personal and professional information, including contact details, DBS checks, self-employment status, and references. Sensitive information, such as DBS data, is processed securely with access restricted to authorised personnel only.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to improve Site functionality, analyse performance, and support personalised advertising. Specific cookies we use include Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, and Bing Universal Event Tracking. For details, see our Cookie Notice
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data only for specified purposes, with a lawful basis for each use:
Device Information is used to secure the Site, prevent fraud (including IP address screening for risk management), enhance functionality, and analyse traffic. The lawful basis for this processing is our legitimate interest in maintaining a safe and optimised website.
Client Information is processed for fulfilling tutoring contracts, managing billing, and communicating service updates. Additionally, we may share client-provided educational information directly with tutors to facilitate service provision. If you consent, we may also use this data for marketing purposes, which you may opt out of at any time.
Tutor Information is used to verify qualifications, facilitate client-tutor matching, and process payments. Sensitive tutor data (e.g., DBS checks) is stored securely and accessed only by authorised staff.
We process personal data based on contractual necessity, legitimate interest, and user consent (for optional activities such as marketing).