Privacy Policy

Civil Engineered for Success
Last updated: April 2026

1. Who We Are

Civil Engineered for Success is based in the United Kingdom and complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

We provide professional guidance and training for civil engineers working towards professional qualifications.

If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact: Email: info@civilengineeredforsuccess.co.uk

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

  • Name and email address,

  • Contact details provided through forms or email,

  • Information provided when booking or using our services,

  • Payment information, processed securely via third-party providers,

  • Website usage data such as pages visited and time spent on site.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data unless you choose to provide it.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Provide and manage our services

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Deliver sessions and feedback

  • Send the CEFS Weekly Briefing where you have opted in

  • Improve our website and services

  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Contract, to deliver services you have requested

  • Consent, for email communications such as the newsletter,

  • Legitimate interests, to improve our services and website,

  • Legal obligation, where required by law

5. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party providers to operate our services, including:

  • Stripe for payment processing

  • Squarespace for website hosting

  • Beehiiv for newsletter delivery

These providers process data on our behalf and are required to handle it securely and to our knowledge comply with UK GDPR and international best practise.

6. Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools

We may use software tools, including generative artificial intelligence systems, to support internal processes such as reviewing and improving written material.This is carried out in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, including the principles of data minimisation, purpose limitation, and confidentiality.

Where such tools are used:

  • Personal data is strictly limited to what is necessary for the taskIdentifiable information, including names, organisations, and specific project details, is removed or anonymised before use

  • Data is used only for the purpose of supporting the service provided to you

  • These tools assist analysis but do not replace professional judgement

We do not use artificial intelligence to make automated decisions about individuals or their professional outcomes.

All final feedback and advice is provided by a qualified professional.

We do not use personal data submitted through our services to train artificial intelligence models.

7. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data.Your data is stored securely and accessed only where necessary.We retain personal data only for as long as required to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to meet legal obligations.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate dataRequest deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email above.

9. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and understand how the site is used.You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.Any changes will be published on this page with an updated date.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled:Email: info@civilengineeredforsuccess.co.uk