Privacy Policy

Sworn Mentorship respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and store the following types of personal data:

• Identity and Contact Information: Your name, email address, age (if applicable), and any information you choose to provide in your mentorship request.
• Communication Data: Records of your messages, including any responses from mentors.
• Transaction Data: Donation history, product orders, and delivery details.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies (see Cookies Policy).
• Consent Records: Your acceptance of our Terms, Disclaimers, and this Privacy Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide mentorship services
• Respond to your inquiries and submissions
• Fulfil product orders and send receipts
• Maintain security, integrity, and lawful compliance
• Improve the user experience on our website
• Send occasional updates or notifications relevant to your request

We do not use your data for profiling, automated decision-making, or any third-party marketing.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent – You give explicit consent to share information for mentorship purposes.
• Contract – To deliver products you’ve ordered or services you’ve requested.
• Legal Obligation – To comply with safeguarding laws or law enforcement requests.
• Legitimate Interests – For communication, website improvement, and fraud prevention.

4. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only with:

• Law enforcement or emergency services if there is a credible risk of harm
• Payment and fulfilment providers (e.g. Stripe, PayPal, Royal Mail)
• Legal advisors or insurers if necessary

5. Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. Communications are archived securely. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time, subject to legal obligations.

6. Data Security

We implement strong security measures including:

• Encrypted data storage
• Secure payment gateways
• Access restrictions

However, no system is 100% secure. You acknowledge that you use our services at your own risk.

7. Your Rights (UK GDPR/ICO)

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion (where permitted by law)
• Object to or restrict processing
• File a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

Contact us at: [Insert contact email or form]

8. Children’s Privacy

Sworn Mentorship does not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18 without verified written parental consent.

9. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted here with the updated date. Continued use of the site implies acceptance.