['Privacy Policy\n\nWelcome to our online platform. At Sterling HR Solutions Ltd, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the information you provide when using our site and services, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.\n\nInformation We Collect\n\nWe collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you use our services, such as your name, contact details, employment history, and other information necessary to deliver our human resources services including recruitment, employee relations, payroll management, training and development, and HR consultancy.\n\nWe may also collect technical information automatically through your use of our site, such as IP addresses, browser type, and usage data to improve your experience and for security purposes.\n\nUse of Personal Data\n\nThe personal data we collect is used to:\n\n- Provide and manage the services you request.\n- Communicate with you regarding your inquiries, applications, and service-related updates.\n- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.\n- Improve our services and maintain the security and integrity of our platform.\n- Conduct internal business analysis and reporting.\n\nData Sharing and Disclosure\n\nWe do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as payroll processors or recruitment platforms. Such partners are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.\n\nAdditionally, we may disclose your data if required by law or in response to lawful requests by public authorities.\n\nData Retention\n\nWe retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. When data is no longer required, we ensure it is securely deleted or anonymized.\n\nYour Rights\n\nUnder GDPR, you have several rights concerning your personal data, including the right to:\n\n- Access the personal data we hold about you.\n- Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.\n- Request erasure of data in certain circumstances.\n- Object to or restrict processing of your data.\n- Request portability of your personal data.\n- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.\n\nTo exercise these rights, please contact us at the physical address provided below. We may require verification of your identity before acting on your requests.\n\nData Security\n\nWe implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security procedures are regularly reviewed and updated to maintain the highest standards.\n\nCookies and Tracking Technologies\n\nOur online platform uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and support functionality. You can configure your browser to refuse or limit cookies; however, some features of our site may not function fully without them.\n\nThird-Party Links\n\nOur site may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.\n\nChildren’s Privacy\n\nOur services are not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent. If we become aware of any such data collected inadvertently, we will take steps to delete it promptly.\n\nChanges to This Privacy Policy\n\nWe may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.\n\nContact Information\n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact:\n\nSterling HR Solutions Ltd \n18 Wellington Road \nSuite 4B \nManchester, Greater Manchester \nM14 6AG \nUnited Kingdom \n\nPhone: +44 161 234 7890 \n\nWe appreciate your trust in our services and are dedicated to safeguarding your personal information.', 0.0013720000000000002, 'gpt-4.1-mini']