Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 15/12/2025

This Privacy Policy explains how EcomDoctorate (“Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), operated by GZOO LTD, collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you access or use EcomDoctorate and any related services, products, or content (collectively, the “Service”).

For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), GZOO LTD acts as the Data Controller of your Personal Data.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Interpretation & Definitions

Interpretation

Words with capitalized initial letters have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

Account
A unique account created for you to access parts of our Service.

Affiliate
An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Company.

Company / We / Us / Our
Refers to GZOO LTD, the operator of EcomDoctorate.

Cookies
Small files placed on your device to store browsing-related information.

Country
United Kingdom.

Device
Any device capable of accessing the Service such as computers, smartphones, or tablets.

Personal Data
Any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.

Service
The Website and all related services, products, and offerings.

Service Provider
Any third-party company or individual who processes data on behalf of the Company.

Usage Data
Data collected automatically through interaction with the Service.

Website
EcomDoctorate.co

You / User
The individual or legal entity accessing or using the Service.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Data

While using our Service, we may collect personally identifiable information including but not limited to:

  • Email address

  • First and last name

  • Billing information or payment-related details

  • Account login information

  • Communication records if you contact support

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically and may include:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited

  • Time and date of visits

  • Time spent on pages

  • Device identifiers

  • Diagnostic data

For mobile access, this may include:

  • Mobile device type

  • Mobile operating system

  • Mobile browser type

3. Tracking Technologies & Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Website and store certain information.

Technologies used include:

Cookies (Browser Cookies)
Small files stored on your device that help the Website function properly.

Web Beacons / Pixels
Small electronic files used to monitor user activity and measure engagement.

Cookies may be:

  • Session Cookies – deleted when you close your browser

  • Persistent Cookies – remain on your device until deleted

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies
Required for core functionality such as authentication and security.

Functional Cookies
Remember user preferences such as language or login details.

Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.

Consent Cookies
Store cookie preference settings.

You can manage cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect certain Website features.

Where required by law, we request your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data (GDPR & UK GDPR)

Under GDPR and UK GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing your data:

Contractual Necessity
Processing required to provide services you have requested.

Legitimate Interests
Improving our services, preventing fraud, and maintaining security.

Consent
When you subscribe to marketing communications or accept certain cookies.

Legal Obligations
Where processing is required to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

5. How We Use Your Personal Data

We may use Personal Data to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Service

  • Create and manage user accounts

  • Process purchases and transactions

  • Communicate with users about services or updates

  • Provide customer support

  • Send marketing communications (with consent where required)

  • Improve Website performance and user experience

  • Detect fraud or security issues

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Facilitate business transfers such as mergers or acquisitions

6. Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share your Personal Data with:

Service Providers
Third-party companies that help operate the Website (hosting, payment processing, analytics).

Affiliates and Business Partners
Where necessary to provide services.

Legal Authorities
If required by law, legal process, or government request.

Business Transfers
In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.

We do not sell your Personal Data.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA).

When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

  • Transfers to countries deemed to provide adequate data protection

  • Secure data handling procedures

8. Retention of Your Data

We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services

  • Fulfill contractual obligations

  • Comply with legal requirements

  • Resolve disputes

  • Enforce agreements

Usage Data may be retained for shorter periods unless needed for security or system improvement.

9. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR & UK GDPR)

You have the following rights regarding your Personal Data:

Right of Access
Request a copy of your Personal Data.

Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate information.

Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
Request deletion of your data.

Right to Restrict Processing

Right to Data Portability

Right to Object to Processing

Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

10. Disclosure of Personal Data

We may disclose Personal Data if necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Protect the rights or safety of the Company

  • Prevent fraud or security threats

  • Enforce agreements

  • Facilitate business transfers

11. Security of Your Information

We implement commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect Personal Data.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.

12. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children.

If we become aware that we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

13. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

We encourage users to review their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Updates will be reflected by revising the “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the Service after changes indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

15. Complaints to Data Protection Authorities

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

For UK users, you may contact:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
https://ico.org.uk

16. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your Personal Data, contact us:

EcomDoctorate
Operated by GZOO LTD

📧 Email: huria@ecomdoctorate.com