Privacy Policy – UK Freshers Guide

Last updated: 11 September 2025

1. Who We Are

UK Freshers Guide is a student-focused platform that provides information, guides, and updates related to universities, events, jobs, admissions, accommodation, chat and social media groups for students across the UK.
For the purposes of the UK Data Protection Act 2018, the UK GDPR, and any other applicable data protection laws, UK Freshers Guide acts as the Data Controller of your personal information.

Email: admin@ukfreshersguide.com
Website: ukfreshersguide.com

2. Information We Collect

Personal details: Name, age, student status (if you provide it).
Contact details: Email address, phone number (if shared voluntarily).
Community details: Membership in chat groups, forums, or social media groups.
Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.
Other information: Survey responses, feedback, or communication preferences.

We do not process payment details, as we do not sell tickets or paid services.

3. How We Collect Data

Directly from you (e.g., when you contact us, join a chat group, or subscribe to updates).
Automatically via cookies and similar technologies when you browse our website.
From social media platforms if you engage with our pages or groups.

4. How We Use Your Information

To provide you with information about universities, events, jobs, and student opportunities.
To manage your participation in chat groups or social media communities.
To send newsletters or updates (only if you have subscribed).
To improve our website, services, and user experience.
To personalise advertising and recommendations (via platforms such as Google or Facebook).
To comply with legal obligations.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Improve website functionality.
Analyse visitor behaviour.
Show you relevant ads on third-party platforms.

When you visit our website, you will be asked to consent to cookies via our cookie banner. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

6. Sharing Your Data

Social media and community platforms (e.g., Facebook groups, WhatsApp/Telegram groups you choose to join).
Marketing and advertising platforms (e.g., Google, Facebook).
Technical service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics).

We will never sell your data to third parties.

7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
Restriction – Ask us to limit how we use your data.
Data Portability – Request transfer of your data to another provider.
Objection – Object to our processing of your data, including direct marketing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@ukfreshersguide.com.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled.

8. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. These measures include secure servers, encryption, and limited access to personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date. Continued use of our website means you accept the updated terms.

11. Contact Us

Email: admin@ukfreshersguide.com
Website: ukfreshersguide.com