Data Protection & GDPR Policy
Committed to secure, lawful and responsible data handling.

Data Protection & GDPR Policy
Licensing Professionals, a trading name of Dynamo Training Solutions Ltd
Last updated: 25th November 2025
1. Policy Statement
Licensing Professionals, operating under the trading name Dynamo Training Solutions, is committed to protecting the privacy, security, and rights of all individuals whose personal information we process.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, and we ensure that all data is handled lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
We recognise that our clients, learners, staff, and partners trust us with their information, and we take our responsibilities seriously.
2. Purpose of this Policy
This policy explains how we:
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Collect, use, store, and process personal data
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Protect personal information
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Ensure data is processed legally and securely
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Support the rights of individuals under GDPR
It applies to all staff, contractors, trainers, learners, clients, and partners.
3. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:
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Clients & Learners
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Name, address, telephone number, email
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Date of birth (where required for training or licensing)
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Identification documents (for certain courses or applications)
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Payment details (processed securely via third-party providers)
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Training records, assessments and certificates
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Communications and enquiries
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Staff, Contractors & Trainers
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Contact details
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Qualifications and experience
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CVs and employment information
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Right-to-work documentation
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Performance and quality assurance information
We only collect information required for legitimate business purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
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Contract – to provide training or consultancy services
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Legal obligation – for licensing compliance and record-keeping
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Legitimate interests – business operations and service improvement
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Consent – marketing communications
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Vital interests – safeguarding concerns for vulnerable individuals
We do not process data for reasons incompatible with these purposes.
5. How We Use Personal Data
Personal data may be used for:
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Course registrations and certification
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Delivery of consultancy services
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Licensing applications and documentation
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Communication with clients and learners
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Quality assurance and training improvement
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Legal compliance and audit purposes
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Account management and invoicing
We never sell, rent, or share personal information for marketing purposes.
6. Data Storage & Security
We use secure systems to protect data from:
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Loss
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Unauthorised access
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Accidental destruction
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Misuse
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Security measures include:
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Encrypted cloud storage
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Password-protected systems
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Restricted staff access
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Regular data reviews
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Secure data transmission practices
7. Data Retention
We only keep personal data for as long as necessary:
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Training records: Normally retained for 6 years
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Licensing-related documents: As required by law
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Financial records: Minimum of 6 years (HMRC requirement)
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General enquiries: Up to 12 months
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After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
8. Sharing Personal Data
We may share data with:
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Awarding bodies (e.g., for certifications)
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Local authorities or licensing bodies (where necessary)
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Police or safeguarding partners (only when legally required)
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IT service providers who support our systems
Any third party must comply with GDPR and meet our security standards.
9. Individual Rights Under GDPR
Individuals have the right to:
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Access their personal data
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Request corrections
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Request deletion (in certain circumstances)
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Restrict or object to processing
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Withdraw consent
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Request data portability
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Make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Requests can be made by contacting us (details below).
10. Data Breaches
Any suspected data breach will be:
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Investigated immediately
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Reported to relevant authorities where required
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Acted upon within GDPR’s strict time limits (72 hours if serious)
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Communicated to affected individuals where necessary
11. Contact Details
If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us: Licensing Professionals
A trading name of
Dynamo Training Solutions Ltd Company Number: 13819667
Registered Address: Westhill House 2b Devonshire Road, Accounting Freedom, Bexleyheath, England, DA6 8DS
Email: info@licensingprofessionals.com
12. Policy Review
This policy is reviewed annually or earlier if:
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Legislation changes
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Business operations change
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Improvements to data security are implemented
The updated version is made available to all clients, learners, and partners.
