Privacy. It matters.
How do we handle your privacy?
ExamEssentials respects the privacy of all users of our website. You can trust that any personal information you share with us is treated confidentially. We use your data to process orders correctly and completely, to keep you informed, and to collect visitor statistics so we can continuously improve and innovate our website.
If you use the My Account area, your data is also used to provide you with an optimal learning environment and to show products that are relevant to you. In addition, we store cookies in your browser, provided you have given consent, to improve your experience on examessentials.co.uk and with our advertisements.
To give you a clear overview of the type of information we collect and the purposes for which ExamEssentials uses it, we have outlined the key points below.
How ExamEssentials uses your data
ExamEssentials uses the collected data for the following purposes:
Orders
For every order, we use your name, delivery address, contact details, and payment information. We need this information to process your order and to keep you informed about its status. Information such as ordered products, name, delivery address, contact details, and payment data is stored for a maximum of two school years, so we can continue to support you if needed.Newsletter
If you sign up for our newsletter, we store your email address. If you subscribe during the checkout process, we may link this to your study level or subjects so we can send you more relevant information. You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time.Website usage and feedback
Data about how our website is used and the feedback we receive helps us improve and develop our platform. This information is not stored on an individual level and cannot be used to identify you personally. We only analyse trends across all users. See the Cookies section for more information.My Account and app usage
In the My Account area and our mobile or tablet app, you can choose to enter your exam level, subject choices, and grades. This allows us to tailor the platform to your GCSEs. For example, you may receive extra revision content, create a personalised exam timetable, and track your grades over time. Information about your level, subjects, and grades may be used for direct marketing purposes, such as personalised offers related to your GCSE exams.
Sharing of personal data
ExamEssentials will never sell your personal data to third parties. We only share data with third parties who are involved in processing your order or analysing website statistics. These parties are required to handle your data confidentially and in line with data protection regulations.
Access, changes, and deletion of your data
If you would like to view the personal data ExamEssentials has stored about you, you can contact us at any time. Please note the following:
You can view, edit, and delete your data yourself in the My Account area. You can also delete your entire account from this area. Once deleted, we will no longer use the personal data you entered there.
You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time. After unsubscribing, your email address will no longer be used for mailings.
Any remaining personal data is stored only to process your orders and is automatically deleted after two school years.
If you have any further questions about our privacy policy, please feel free to contact us.
How do we use cookies?
Cookies, general information
ExamEssentials uses cookies on its website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve usability and ensure the site works as smoothly and efficiently as possible. On this page, we explain how cookies are used on the ExamEssentials website.
How does ExamEssentials use cookies?
ExamEssentials uses different types of cookies to collect visitor statistics and to remember your preferences while browsing the website. Cookies help improve your experience as a user. We use the following types of cookies:
Necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the site. Without these cookies, the website cannot function correctly.
Preference cookies
Preference cookies allow the website to remember information that affects how the site behaves or looks, such as your preferred settings.
Statistics cookies
Statistics cookies help us understand how visitors use examessentials.co.uk by collecting anonymous data. This information helps us improve the website.
Marketing cookies
Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across different websites. The goal is to show advertisements that are relevant and personalised for each user, making them more valuable for both users and advertisers.
Unclassified cookies
Unclassified cookies are cookies that are still being reviewed and have not yet been categorised.
Types of cookies
The cookie categories above can be broadly divided into the following types:
Session cookies
Session cookies are stored temporarily in your browser while you browse the website. They help remember your preferences during a session, such as when ordering revision materials. These cookies are deleted when you close your browser.Third-party cookies
Third-party cookies are placed by domains other than ExamEssentials, such as Google Analytics. We use these cookies to collect aggregated website statistics. No personal or individual data is stored. These cookies help us identify trends and continuously improve the website and user experience.
Managing or disabling cookies
If you do not wish for cookies to be stored, you can adjust your browser settings to block third-party cookies. Please be aware that disabling cookies may affect how the website functions and some features may no longer work properly.
ExamEssentials treats your data with care. If you have any questions about our use of cookies or privacy practices, please do not hesitate to contact us.