The privacy of my clients is a foundational element of the mentoring relationship. As a professional academic mentor, I am committed to protecting personal data and maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion, and regulatory compliance.

I. Data Controller

The Data Controller for all personal information processed in connection with mentoring services is:

Dr. Jarosław Jarzynka
Professional Academic Mentor and Educational Consultant

All enquiries regarding data protection, privacy practices, or the exercise of rights under UK GDPR may be submitted directly via the contact details provided on the Contact page.

II. Lawful Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed on the following lawful bases:

• Contractual necessity – to deliver mentoring services and fulfil agreed professional obligations.
• Legitimate interests – to plan, design, and manage personalised academic programs.
• Legal obligation – to meet accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Consent – where specific permissions are required (e.g., analytics cookies or optional communications).

III. Scope and Purpose of Data Processing

Personal data is collected and processed solely for clearly defined professional purposes:

1. Delivery of Mentoring Services: Information such as name, email address, academic history, and educational objectives is used exclusively to design and deliver a personalised academic strategy and to organise mentoring sessions.

2. Strategic Consultations: Details regarding academic goals (e.g., Oxbridge, Russell Group, or Ivy League ambitions) are processed only to provide high-precision advisory support within the Transition Architect methodology.

IV. Confidentiality Standard

All aspects of mentoring—including session content, diagnostic assessments, progress records, and strategic discussions—are protected by strict professional confidentiality. No information is shared with third parties without explicit written consent from a legal guardian or an adult student.

V. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Only secure, encrypted, and professionally recognised tools are used for communication and data management.

VI. Third-Party Processors

Where necessary to deliver services, limited personal data may be processed by carefully selected providers such as:

• Secure email and document platforms (e.g., Google Workspace Enterprise)
• Video conferencing services
• Scheduling and client management systems

All such providers are chosen on the basis of their compliance with UK GDPR and equivalent international data protection standards.

VII. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to deliver services and meet legal obligations. Upon completion of the mentoring relationship, data will be securely deleted or anonymised unless a longer retention period is required by law.

VIII. International Data Transfers

Where any data is processed outside the UK, it is done only through services that provide appropriate safeguards and comply with UK GDPR adequacy standards.

IX. Client Rights

Under UK GDPR, clients have the right to:

• Access their personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent where consent is the legal basis

Requests are handled promptly and transparently as part of the professional service standard.

X. Cookies and Analytics

This website uses cookies and analytics tools only with appropriate consent in accordance with UK GDPR and PECR regulations. Detailed information about cookie usage is provided through the website consent management system.

XI. Complaints

If you believe your data protection rights have not been respected, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).