BloomBizz Privacy Policy

Effective date: 23/03/2026
Last updated: 23/03/2026

This Privacy Policy explains how BloomBizz collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data.

1. What We Collect

We may collect:

·         name, business name, username, and contact details;

·         account registration details;

·         directory listing information;

·         course uploader or tutor information;

·         payment and payout-related details;

·         reviews, comments, messages, and submitted content;

·         technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and usage logs;

·         marketing preferences and communication history.

2. How We Use Personal Data

We may use personal data to:

·         provide and operate the Platform;

·         manage directory listings, reviews, badges, awards, and Academy content;

·         verify accounts and maintain platform safety;

·         process transactions, payouts, and commissions;

·         moderate content and enforce our Terms;

·         respond to enquiries and provide support;

·         improve our services and user experience;

·         comply with legal obligations;

·         detect fraud, abuse, spam, and security issues;

·         send service-related communications and, where permitted, marketing communications.

Where UK GDPR applies, we process personal data on one or more of the following bases:

·         performance of a contract;

·         legitimate interests;

·         compliance with legal obligations;

·         consent, where required.

4. Sharing Data

We may share data with:

·         service providers and platform partners;

·         payment processors;

·         hosting, analytics, email, and security providers;

·         professional advisers;

·         regulators, law enforcement, or courts where legally required;

·         buyers or successors in the event of a sale, merger, or restructure.

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

5. User Content and Public Information

Please note that information submitted to public areas of the Platform, such as directory listings, reviews, public tutor profiles, badges, and business profiles, may be visible to other users and to the public.

Users are responsible for ensuring they do not upload confidential or unnecessary personal data into public areas.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, including for legal, accounting, tax, fraud prevention, dispute resolution, and enforcement purposes.

We may retain backup copies and records where reasonably necessary, including after account closure.

7. Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, misuse, loss, destruction, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have rights to:

·         access your personal data;

·         request correction of inaccurate data;

·         request deletion of data;

·         object to or restrict processing;

·         request transfer of data where applicable;

·         withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;

·         lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

9. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, performance, preferences, security, and marketing. Further details should be set out in a separate Cookie Policy or Cookie Notice.

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or tools. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services.

11. International Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside the UK, we will take steps intended to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place where required by law.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on the Platform with the revised effective date.

13. Contact

For privacy enquiries or data rights requests, contact:
Email: hello@bloombizz.org