Business Marketing University – Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1st April 2025

Business Marketing University is a trading name of Blake Mark Productions Ltd, Company No. 15804012, registered at:
124 City Road, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 2NX.

At Business Marketing University (BMU), operated by Blake Mark Productions Ltd, we take your privacy seriously. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, sign up for our platform, or communicate with us.

We comply with the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and all relevant privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

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

  • Contact Information – Name, email address, postal address, phone number
  • User Account Details – Login information, course activity, membership plan
  • Business Information – Company name, industry, job title (where applicable)
  • Payment Details – Processed securely through third-party providers (we do not store payment information)
  • Technical Data – IP address, browser type, device info, and usage patterns via cookies and analytics tools

2. Why We Collect Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Provide access to the BMU platform and digital learning content
  • Manage your subscription, trial period, and billing
  • Send updates, onboarding info, and educational resources
  • Respond to queries and provide customer support
  • Improve our platform, marketing, and user experience

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

  • Your consent (e.g., email subscriptions or cookie usage)
  • Performance of a contract (e.g., managing your subscription or delivering services)
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., platform analytics, improving our services)

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share data with:

  • Trusted service providers – e.g. web hosting, CRM, email tools, and payment processors
  • Legal authorities – if required by law or to defend legal rights
  • In the event of business transfer – e.g. acquisition or restructure

5. Data Retention & Security

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected or to comply with legal obligations.

We implement appropriate security measures, including:

  • Restricted access to sensitive data
  • Secure data storage
  • Use of industry-standard encryption protocols

6. Your Rights

You may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request corrections or deletions
  • Object to certain uses of your data
  • Request data portability
  • Restrict data processing in some cases

To exercise your rights, email dpo@blakemarkproductions.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to personalise content and analyse traffic.

  • Essential Cookies – Required for site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies – Help us understand visitor behaviour
  • Marketing Cookies – Used for remarketing or advertising

You can control your preferences via your browser or our cookie banner. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on the site.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy occasionally to reflect changes in regulations or business operations. Updates will be posted here with a revised effective date.

9. ICO Registration & Complaints

Blake Mark Productions Ltd is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office under registration number ZB732671.

To raise a concern, you can contact:

Information Commissioner’s Office
Wycliffe House, Water Lane,
Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF
Tel: 0303 123 1113
Website: www.ico.org.uk

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we use your data, you can contact us at:

Email: dpo@blakemarkproductions.com
Phone: 01245 975920
Post: FAO Data Protection Team,
Blake Mark Productions,
124 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX