Privacy Policy

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

By using our services (CV/resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, and related consulting), you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

NextLink Careers
Email: info@nextlinkcareers.co.uk
Website: www.nextlinkcareers.co.uk

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

• Contact details: Name, email address, phone number
   
• Professional information: CV/resume content, work history, education, skills, achievements
   
• LinkedIn profile data (if shared)
   
• Payment details (if applicable, processed via secure third-party platforms)
   

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided by you for your CV or LinkedIn content.

Your data is used only to:

• Provide and deliver our services (CV/resume writing, LinkedIn profile optimisation)
   
• Communicate with you (e.g., consultations, updates)
   
• Process payments (via third-party processors)
   
• Maintain internal records
   
• Improve our services
   

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data for marketing purposes.

We process your data based on:

• Contractual necessity – to provide the services you request
   
• Consent – where required, such as newsletter sign-ups
   
• Legal obligation – to comply with legal or tax obligations
   
• Legitimate interests – such as improving service quality and communication
   

Your personal data may be stored securely in cloud-based systems (e.g., email, Google Drive, document software).
We only share your data with:

• Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms)
   
• Legal authorities, if required by law
   

All third parties are GDPR-compliant and subject to strict data processing agreements.

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill legal obligations. Typically:

• CV/resume files: up to 12 months, unless otherwise agreed
   
• Client communication: up to 6 years, for tax and legal purposes
   

You may request deletion earlier (see “Your Rights” below).

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
   
• Correct inaccurate data
   
• Delete your data ("right to be forgotten")
   
• Restrict or object to processing
   
• Withdraw consent at any time
   
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
   

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@nextlinkcareers.co.uk

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

• Secure storage and file handling
   
• Encrypted communication (e.g., email platforms with TLS/SSL)
   
• Limited access to personal data

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Last updated: June 2025

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us.