Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Welcome to NextStepMaths.com.
We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and store your personal data when you use our website.
This website is intended for users based in the United Kingdom and complies with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Who We Are
NextStepMaths.com is an online mathematics tutoring and educational resource platform.
Data Controller:
NextStepMaths.com
Email: nicole@nextstepmaths.com
3. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following data:
a) Information you provide directly
- Name
- Email address
- Any information submitted via contact forms or enquiries
- Messages you send to us
b) Automatically collected data
When you use our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Device type
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide tutoring services
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Monitor usage through analytics tools
- Prevent fraud or misuse of the site
We do not sell your personal data.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:
- Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our website
- Consent – for cookies and analytics tracking
- Contract – when responding to tutoring enquiries
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyse website traffic (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Improve user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
A cookie consent banner may be shown where required.
7. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services, including:
- Google Analytics – to understand website usage
- Advertising providers (e.g. Mediavine, if enabled) – to display ads
These providers may collect anonymised usage data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
8. Data Storage and Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure hosting environments
- Limited access to personal data
- Use of encrypted connections (HTTPS)
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, contact us at:
nicole@nextstepmaths.com
10. Children’s Data
Our services are aimed at students, but we expect that enquiries are made by parents/guardians where appropriate.
We do not knowingly collect data from children without appropriate consent.
11. External Links
Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
13. Contact
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact:
Email: nicole@nextstepmaths.com