Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how CV Panel Online, a trading name of SPECIALISED BUSINESS LIMITED (“we”, “us”, “our”, or the “Company”), collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you access or use the website cvpanel.online (the “Website”) and our services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data transparently and responsibly in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and applicable data protection laws.

1. Data Controller

For the purposes of applicable data protection legislation, the data controller is:

SPECIALISED BUSINESS LIMITED
Trading as: CV Panel Online
Company Number: 12961913
Registered Address: 5 Stratford Place, London, United Kingdom

2. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • visitors to the Website,
  • users submitting enquiries or forms,
  • customers purchasing services,
  • communications via email or other contact channels.

It does not apply to third-party websites or platforms linked from our Website.

3. Personal Data We Collect

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

3.1 Identity and Contact Data
  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Country or region
  • Any other details you choose to provide in forms or communications
3.2 Career and Professional Information
  • CV/resume content
  • Employment history
  • Education details
  • Skills, certifications, and achievements
  • LinkedIn profile information
  • Job targets and career objectives
3.3 Technical and Usage Data
  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device and operating system
  • Pages visited and interaction data
  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 11)
4. How We Collect Personal Data

We collect personal data when you:

  • visit and browse the Website,
  • submit a contact or enquiry form,
  • place an order for services,
  • upload documents or information,
  • communicate with us by email or other means.

Some technical data is collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data only where we have a lawful basis, including:

  • Contractual necessity – to provide requested services
  • Legitimate interests – to operate, improve, and secure our business
  • Legal obligation – to comply with applicable laws
  • Consent – where explicitly obtained (for example, marketing communications)

6. How We Use Personal Data

We use personal data to:

  • deliver professional CV, LinkedIn, and career document services,
  • communicate about orders, revisions, and support,
  • improve service quality and Website functionality,
  • prevent fraud and ensure security,
  • comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share personal data only where necessary, including with:

  • trusted service providers (e.g. hosting, email delivery, payment processing),
  • professional tools required to deliver services,
  • legal or regulatory authorities where required by law.

All third parties are required to process personal data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. International Data Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as contractual protections or equivalent legal mechanisms.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy,
  • comply with legal and accounting obligations,
  • resolve disputes and enforce agreements.

Retention periods vary depending on data type and legal requirements.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • secure servers and access controls,
  • limited internal access on a need-to-know basis,
  • encryption and secure transmission methods where appropriate.

While we take reasonable steps to protect data, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • improve functionality,
  • analyse usage patterns,
  • enhance user experience.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

12. Your Data Protection Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • access your personal data,
  • request correction of inaccurate data,
  • request deletion of personal data,
  • restrict or object to processing,
  • request data portability,
  • withdraw consent where applicable,
  • lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Requests can be submitted via the contact details provided on the Website.

13. Marketing Communications

We may send service-related or informational communications where permitted by law. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.

14. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Website indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us via the contact details provided on the Website.