Last updated: 24 September 2025

At Collaborate for Research Ltd (“we,” “our,” or “us”), your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you use our platform.

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1. Who We Are

Collaborate for Research Ltd is a UK-based online platform connecting medical students, junior researchers, and professionals with senior consultants and experts. Our services include networking, project collaboration, expert advertising, and portfolio tracking.

 

2. Personal Data We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect:

• Name

• Email address

• Contact numbers

• Location

• Uploaded documents (CVs, portfolios, certificates)

• Payment information (processed securely via Wix)

• Website usage and interaction data (via Wix Analytics)

• Project ideas and applications

• Expert adverts and profile submissions

 

3. How We Collect Personal Data

We collect data through:

• User registration and login

• Contact forms and Wix forms

• File uploads (e.g., portfolios, applications)

• Project applications and expert advert submissions

• Cookies and usage tracking (with your consent)

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4. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data to:

• Create and manage user accounts

• Facilitate project applications and collaborations

• Provide customer support

• Process payments securely

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Send essential service communications

• Send marketing communications (only if you have opted in)

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5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – for optional services like marketing and cookies

• Contract – to provide the platform services you request

• Legitimate interest – to operate and improve our platform

• Legal obligation – where required to comply with UK law

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6. Who We Share Your Data With

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

• Wix.com – for hosting, analytics, forms, and payment processing

• Payment processors – to securely handle transactions

• Other users – where necessary for platform functionality (e.g., project collaborations)

All third parties process your data under strict agreements and may not use it for their own purposes.

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7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

• Enable essential site functionality

• Analyse how users interact with our site (via Wix Analytics)

You can accept or reject non-essential cookies when you first visit the site.

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8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access a copy of your personal data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict data processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise your rights, email us at collaborate.research.uk@gmail.com.

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9. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law (e.g., financial records).

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10. How We Protect Your Data

Your data is stored securely on Wix servers. We use encryption, secure connections (SSL), and access controls to protect your personal information.

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11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us:

Email: collaborate.research.uk@gmail.com
Location: England, United Kingdom

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12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.