Last updated: 18th May 2025

At Psychology Careers ("we", "our", or "us"), we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how I collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Who I Am

Psychology Careers is operated by Melisa Eyuboglu, a sole trader providing career coaching and review services. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact me at:

📧 melisaeyuboglu11@gmail.com

2. What Personal Data I Collect

I may collect and process the following personal information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party platforms)

  • CVs, cover letters, personal statements, or other career documents you submit

  • Notes from coaching sessions (if applicable)

  • Website usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)

3. How I Use Your Data

I use your data to:

  • Provide and deliver services (e.g., coaching sessions, document reviews)

  • Process payments and confirm bookings

  • Communicate with you about your sessions or requests

  • Improve our services and website

  • Comply with legal obligations

I will never sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

I process your personal data based on:

  • Consent (e.g., when you submit your CV for review)

  • Contract (e.g., to fulfil a service you have booked)

  • Legal obligation (e.g., for record-keeping and accounting)

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., business improvement and client communication)

5. How I Store and Protect Your Data

Your data is stored securely using password-protected systems and encrypted platforms where applicable. I take reasonable steps to protect your data from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access.

Data is retained for no longer than necessary and deleted when no longer required for service, legal, or operational needs (typically within 12 months of service completion, unless required longer by law).

6. Testimonials and Reviews

I may display testimonials or reviews on my website or marketing materials. These may include reviews that clients have publicly posted on external platforms such as LinkedIn. Where this occurs:

  • Reviews are quoted with attribution (name and platform) and used respectfully and truthfully.

  • No reviews are edited in a way that misrepresents the original content.

  • You may request that your testimonial be removed at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to or restrict certain types of processing

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk/

To exercise your rights, please contact us at melisaeyuboglu11@gmail.com.

8. Third-Party Services

I use secure third-party platforms (such as Calendly, Stripe, Squarespace) to process bookings and payments. These platforms are responsible for their own privacy compliance. Please refer to their individual privacy policies for details.

9. Cookies

The website may use cookies to improve user experience and collect anonymized analytics data. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “last modified” date.

11. Contact

For questions or concerns about this policy, contact:

📧 melisaeyuboglu11@gmail.com

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