Northgate Information Solutions - Privacy Policy
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ
Please read the following policy to understand how we will treat the information which you give to us when you use our site. Once you have read the policy and if you are happy to accept it, please complete the registration process and accept this policy.
Otherwise, if you have any concerns or queries in relation to this policy, please contact us and we will be happy to answer your questions.
Your Data
Northgate Information Solutions UK Limited ("Northgate") takes the privacy of our portal visitors' data very seriously. We are required to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 in relation to the processing of any personal data we obtain from you. This Privacy Policy will tell you up front how we plan to use the information we collect about you via the Northgate Portal so that you can decide whether or not to provide it to us and are aware of exactly how your data will be used.
What personal data is collected and what information is required for registration?
Your personal data is data that allows others to identify you. It may include by way of example, your name, an address or e-mail address. To register for the Northgate Portal, there are some pieces of information, some of which may be "personal data", which you must complete. These are a username, a password, a confirmed password, your relationship with Northgate and your e-mail address. All other information which you may be asked for, you may choose to complete at your own discretion.
In some cases, the personal data which we hold about you may also include some sensitive personal data. Sensitive personal data includes for example, information relating to racial or ethnic origin, political or religious beliefs or opinions, information about health and the commission of any offences. By submitting this information, you specifically agree that we may process this type of data.
How is the data collected?
Northgate may collect data (which may include personal data about you) in a variety of ways, for example;
- When you register to use the Northgate Portal;
- When you select your channels and personal interests in Northgate;
- When you speak to our customer service personnel;
- Via explicit data capture measures, for example by entering competitions and completing surveys;
and
- Via implicit data capture measures such as studying which pages you read the most.
We may also use Cookies in order to collect information about you. Cookies are small files which are sent to your browser and stored on your computer's hard disc. If you have registered with the Northgate Portal, then your computer will store an identifying code in the cookie which means you do not need to type in your e-mail address each time you return to this site. Other than this, we do not store your password or any other information in the cookie, or use it for any other purpose.
What do we do with your personal information?
The information which we collect from you on the Northgate Portal will be used by us in order to allow you access to view information on our products and applications, to allow us to provide relevant content to you and even enter you into prize draws we may hold (provided we have your consent to entry first). Some of the information which we request from you will be used to provide you with tailored access to content and applications which may be of special interest to you and your company. Whilst you're under no obligation to provide all the information requested, if you decline to do so, Northgate will be unable to provide you these special services. After reading this Privacy Policy, we hope that you'll feel comfortable providing the information we need to bring you these beneficial services. We may disclose your information as required by law or to certain carefully selected third parties, such as members of our own group or our professional advisers who are bound by confidentiality codes. We do not sell, rent or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may use the information which we hold to contact you directly in order to inform you from time to time of products or other information which we think may be of particular interest to you. If you do not wish us to use the data which you have provided in this way please don't hesitate to contact us by letter to Webmaster at Northgate Information Solutions UK Limited, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP2 7HU or, e-mail webmaster@northgate-is.com or, fax 01442-274018.
How can you correct any inaccuracies in your information?
You have the right to have any personal data which we hold on you kept accurate and up to date. To update your data or to deactivate your account for the Northgate Portal or any other special service, please select Update Profile once you are logged in. In addition you have the right to be informed about any personal data which we hold on you. If you request access to that information, we may request a small fee to cover our administration charges.
Contact Us
Northgate maintain strict security procedures in the storage and disclosure of all customer or visitor information. If you have any concerns or questions about privacy, please do Contact Us or write to Webmaster at Northgate Information Solutions UK Limited, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP2 7HU. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to respond to changing legal regulations or business concerns in which case we will post a copy on our website.
External WebSites
Harvest Training and Northgate Information Solutions are not responsible for the content of external internet sites.
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