Privacy Policy
SkinTech Aesthetics Training Academy (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all individuals who use our website, interact with our services, or enrol on our training programmes. This policy outlines how personal data is collected, used, disclosed, and safeguarded in accordance with applicable UK law.
1. Data Controller
SkinTech Aesthetics Training Academy is the data controller responsible for the processing of personal data under this policy. For queries about your data or this policy, please contact us via the SkinTech website contact form.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal information:
Identity Data (e.g., name, title, company information)
Contact Data (e.g., email, phone, postal address)
Qualification Data (e.g., professional credentials, course registration details)
Technical Data (e.g., IP address, device, browser, usage analytics)
Transaction Data (e.g., payment, enrolment history)
Marketing & Communications Data (e.g., service and event preferences)
3. How We Collect Data
Personal data is collected through:
Direct submission via forms, emails, telephone, and event registrations
Automated technologies, including cookies, used to analyse traffic and optimise user experience
Third party sources (e.g., professional directories, event partners)
4. Purposes for Using Data
Your data may be used to:
Provide requested information, training, or services
Process payments, bookings, or certificates
Communicate regarding course updates, events, or promotions
Improve site, courses, and services through analytics
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data on one or more of the following grounds:
Contractual necessity (for course participation, enrolment)
Legitimate interests (e.g., security, service optimisation, fraud prevention)
Legal compliance (as required by law or regulation)
Consent (for direct marketing or certain communications as required)
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Your data will not be sold or traded. It may be shared with:
Service providers supporting our operations (IT, payments, certification partners)
Regulators, legal bodies, or authorities (if required)
Third parties only with adequate data protection agreements in place
7. International Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent provisions as required by law.
8. Data Security
We implement technical and organisational measures to secure personal data against unauthorised access, loss, damage, or alteration. Payment and data processing comply with good industry practices and applicable regulations.
9. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. After that, data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
10. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and the Data Use and Access Act 2025, individuals may:
Access their personal data
Rectify inaccuracies
Request deletion
Restrict processing
Object to processing (including for marketing)
Withdraw consent (where relevant)
Request data portability
Lodge complaints with the ICO
To exercise these rights, contact us via our website.
11. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies for session management, analytics, and personalisation. Cookie preferences can be managed at any time. For details, see our separate Cookie Policy.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to third party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. Please review their policies before providing personal information.
13. Children’s Privacy
Our services are generally aimed at professionals. If our site or courses are likely to be accessed by children, we apply additional safeguards as required by the Data Use and Access Act 2025.
14. Updates
This policy is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect legal changes and best practice. Latest updates are shown at the top of this page. Users are encouraged to check for updates periodically.
15. Contact Us
Questions or concerns may be submitted via the SkinTech Aesthetics Training Academy website contact form.