City Century respects your privacy. This policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using our website or services, you agree to the terms described below. We are committed to protecting your data and maintaining your trust as we help guide the next generation of legal professionals.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services effectively. This may include:

• Contact details: such as your name, email address, and phone number when you reach out to us or subscribe for updates.
• Application and profile data: details submitted when applying for apprenticeship programmes or registering an account.
• Usage information: including pages visited, session duration, and interactions with our content.
• Technical information: IP address, browser type, device, operating system, and cookie identifiers.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To respond to enquiries and manage apprenticeship applications.
• To maintain and improve our website and services.
• To send important updates, notices, or newsletters (if subscribed).
• To comply with legal obligations and ensure our website’s security.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your location, we may process your data based on:

• Your consent for communication and marketing activities.
• Performance of a contract or provision of services you’ve requested.
• Legitimate interests in improving our operations, outreach, and user experience.
• Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

City Century uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and collect analytics data. Cookies help us understand how users interact with our site so we can improve usability and performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, though some site features may not function properly.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with:

• Trusted service providers who assist in website hosting, analytics, or communications.
• Partner law firms participating in our apprenticeship initiatives (only when necessary).
• Authorities or regulators, if required by law or for compliance and safety purposes.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access to the data we hold about you.
• Correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion of your personal data upon request (subject to legal exceptions).
• Restriction or objection to specific processing activities.
• Portability of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We may request identity verification before processing your request.

8. Data Security

City Century employs appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. While we strive to maintain the highest security standards, no online platform can guarantee complete security.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that such information has been provided, we will promptly delete it.

10. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside your country, City Century ensures that such transfers comply with applicable data protection regulations and that adequate safeguards are in place.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this page, along with the date it was last revised.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

City Century
Email: hello@citycentury.co.uk
Address: City Century, London, United Kingdom

This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For guidance on your specific legal obligations, please consult a qualified data protection professional.