Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 05/03/2026
Last Updated: 05/03/2026
BridgeTheGapSQE (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our services.
This policy is intended to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
BridgeTheGapSQE is an online educational service designed to help candidates prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we use your data, you can contact us at:
Email: help@bridgethegapsqe.co.uk
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
2.1 Personal Information
When you use our services, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Payment information (processed via third-party payment providers)
Any information you provide in communications with us
2.2 Video Submissions
If you use our advocacy feedback service, you may upload video recordings of yourself performing advocacy exercises.
These videos may contain:
Your image
Your voice
Your advocacy performance
These videos are submitted voluntarily for the purpose of receiving feedback.
2.3 Technical Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device type
Pages visited
Website usage data
This information helps us improve website functionality and user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
3.1 To Provide Our Services
Including:
Reviewing advocacy video submissions
Preparing and delivering feedback reports
Providing access to downloadable advocacy materials
3.2 To Communicate With You
Including:
Responding to questions
Sending feedback reports
Providing limited follow-up clarification
3.3 To Process Payments
Payments may be handled through secure third-party payment providers.
3.4 To Improve Our Website and Services
We may analyse website usage to improve performance and user experience.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:
4.1 Contractual Necessity
Processing is necessary to provide the services you have purchased.
4.2 Legitimate Interests
To operate and improve our educational services and website.
4.3 Consent
Where you voluntarily submit information, including video submissions.
5. Video Submissions and Confidentiality
Videos submitted through our advocacy feedback service are treated as confidential.
We will:
Use the videos solely for the purpose of providing feedback.
Not publish, distribute, or share your videos with third parties without your consent.
However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Videos may be deleted after feedback has been provided unless retention is required for administrative or legal purposes.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data.
Your information may be shared with:
Website hosting providers
Secure payment processors
Email service providers
These providers process data only on our instructions and are required to maintain appropriate security.
6.1 Legal Obligations
We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or regulatory authority.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:
Secure website hosting
Limited access to personal data
Secure communication systems where possible
Despite these measures, no system can guarantee complete security.
8. Data Retention
We will retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected.
Typically:
Email communications may be retained for administrative purposes.
Feedback reports may be retained for record-keeping.
Video submissions may be deleted after feedback has been delivered.
Retention periods may vary depending on legal or operational requirements.
9. Your Data Protection Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
Restriction
Request that we limit the processing of your personal data.
Data Portability
Request transfer of your data to another service.
Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
Email: help@bridgethegapsqe.co.uk
10. Cookies Policy
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
Improve website functionality
Analyse traffic and usage patterns
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
10.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help websites function properly and provide information about how visitors use the site.
10.2 Types of Cookies We May Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
They may be used for:
Website security
User navigation
Access to services
These cookies cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
We may use cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website.
These cookies may collect information such as:
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Website performance
This helps us improve the website.
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember preferences such as:
Login information
User settings
10.3 Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to:
Block cookies
Delete existing cookies
Receive alerts when cookies are used
Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
10.4 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services such as:
Payment providers
Website analytics services
We do not control these third-party cookies.
10.5 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on this website.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on our website with the updated “Last Updated” date.
13. Complaints
If you believe your data has been handled improperly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK data protection authority:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)