Privacy Policy

At Autism and Me Ltd, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws in the United Kingdom. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in relation to our online adult assessment service. By engaging in our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information Collection and Use:

a. Personal Information: We collect personal information necessary for the assessment process, such as contact details, medical history, and relevant background information. This information is used solely for the purpose of conducting the assessment and providing appropriate support and recommendations.

b. Consent: By engaging in our services, you provide explicit consent for us to collect, process, and store your personal information for the purpose of conducting the assessment.

Data Security:

a. Security Measures: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes the use of encryption, firewalls, access controls, and regular security assessments.

b. Data Retention: We retain your personal information for the minimum amount of time necessary to fulfil the purpose of the assessment, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Once the assessment is completed, we securely dispose of your information in compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.

Confidentiality:

a. Confidentiality Obligations: We maintain strict confidentiality of all personal information collected during the assessment process. Your information will only be accessible to authorised professionals directly involved in the assessment and will not be disclosed to third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by law.

b. Confidentiality Exceptions: There are exceptional circumstances where we may be legally required to break confidentiality. These circumstances include:

Disclosure to prevent serious harm to yourself or others.
Disclosure of information regarding acts of terrorism or serious crime.
Legal obligations under child protection legislation to report safeguarding/child protection concerns

Data Transfers:

a. Data Transfers Outside the EEA: We may transfer your personal information to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) if necessary for the assessment process. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with GDPR requirements.

Individual Rights:

You have certain rights regarding your personal data under the GDPR. These rights include:

The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information.
The right to rectify any inaccurate or incomplete information.
The right to erase your personal information under certain circumstances.
The right to restrict or object to the processing of your data.
The right to data portability.

Changes to this Privacy Policy:

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review the policy periodically.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding the privacy of your personal information or would like to exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided below.