Privacy Policy

Hired Not Retired

Last updated: April 2026

Hired Not Retired (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and responsible way.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you visit our website, sign up to content, download resources, or purchase products or services from us.

If anything here feels unclear, you’re very welcome to contact us.


Who We Are

Hired Not Retired is a UK‑based business.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, Hired Not Retired is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

Contact details:
Email: nikki@hirednotretired.co.uk


What This Policy Covers

This Privacy Policy applies to personal data we collect from you when you:

  • Visit our website

  • Sign up for emails, free resources, or courses

  • Purchase products or services

  • Contact us directly

“Personal data” means any information that can identify you as an individual, either directly or indirectly.

This policy does not apply to third‑party websites or services you access via links on our site. We don’t control those and recommend you read their privacy policies separately.


What Personal Data We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We may collect:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Billing country or postcode

  • Any information you choose to share when contacting us or completing forms

You’re responsible for ensuring that any information you provide is accurate.


Payments

Payments are processed securely via Stripe, a third‑party payment provider.

We do not store or process your card details ourselves.

For more information, see Stripe’s Privacy Policy:
https://stripe.com/gb/privacy


Information We Collect Automatically

When you use our website, some information is collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Referral source (how you found us)

This data helps us understand how the site is used and improve it over time.


Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Make the site work properly

  • Understand how visitors use the site

  • Improve content and performance

Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that doing so may affect how the site functions.

You can learn more about cookies at:
https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies/


How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

  • Provide access to products, courses and resources

  • Communicate with you about content, updates or services

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Improve our website and offerings

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell your personal data.


Our Legal Basis for Processing Data

Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on one or more of the following grounds:

  • Contractual necessity – to deliver services or products you have requested

  • Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our business in a reasonable way

  • Consent – where you have explicitly agreed, such as signing up to email communication

  • Legal obligation – where required by law


Who We Share Your Data With

We may share your data with trusted service providers who help us run the business, including:

  • Website hosting and course platform providers (e.g. Podia)

  • Email and marketing service providers

  • Payment processors (Stripe)

  • Analytics providers

These providers only process your data on our instructions and must keep it secure.

We may also disclose personal data if required to do so by law.


How Long We Keep Your Data

We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Meet legal or accounting obligations

  • Resolve disputes

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.


How We Protect Your Data

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. You are responsible for keeping any login details confidential.


Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for anyone under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.

If you believe personal data has been provided by a child, please contact us and we will delete it.


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 or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)

To exercise any of these rights, contact:
nikki@hirednotretired.co.uk


International Data Transfers

Our website and services may involve processing data outside the UK (for example via trusted service providers).

Where this happens, appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in line with UK GDPR requirements.


Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

By continuing to use the site after changes are made, you accept the updated policy.