Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 23 April 2025

At the Global ADHD Clinicians Network, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Who We Are

The Global ADHD Clinicians Network is a professional peer group for clinicians working in ADHD care. Our website (https://www.globaladhdnetwork.com) is a platform for collaboration, discussion, and sharing of resources.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and store the following types of personal data:

• Contact details (e.g., your name, email address, job title)
• Account information (e.g., username, password)
• Professional information (e.g., qualifications, area of clinical practice)
• Communication data (e.g., messages you send to us or post on forums)
• Usage data (e.g., page visits, downloads, IP address, device type)

We do not collect special category data (e.g. health data, ethnicity) unless you voluntarily provide it as part of a forum post or communication.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

• Manage your account and provide access to member features
• Share relevant updates and resources
• Respond to enquiries or support requests
• Monitor usage to improve site performance
• Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases to process your data:

• Consent – where you’ve given clear permission (e.g. subscribing to a mailing list)
• Contract – where processing is necessary for your use of our services
• Legitimate interest – to operate and improve the platform in a way you’d reasonably expect

5. Data Sharing

We may share data with trusted service providers who help us operate the site (e.g. hosting providers, email platforms). These providers are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

We may also share data if legally required to do so (e.g. for regulatory compliance or legal claims).

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. If you close your account, your data will be deleted or anonymised after a reasonable period unless required by law.

7. Cookies

Our website uses essential and performance cookies to improve functionality.

8. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of incorrect data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise any of these rights, email us at [Insert contact email].

9. Security

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

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any significant changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, notified by email.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact us at:
📧 info@globaladhdnetwork.com
🌍 https://www.globaladhdnetwork.com