Privacy Policy

Introduction

Sphere (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a private network for B2B technology marketing.

We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in line with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This policy explains how we collect, use and protect your information.

What information we collect

We may collect the following information when you join or use Sphere:

• Name

• Email address

• Company and role

• Location

• LinkedIn profile

• Areas of expertise and profile information

• Billing details (where applicable)

We also collect basic technical data such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Site usage data

How we use your information

We use your information to:

• Provide access to the Sphere platform

• Manage your membership

• Enable connections between members

• Improve the experience of the network

• Communicate with you about Sphere

• Process payments (if applicable)

We do not sell your personal data.

Lawful basis for processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on:

• Contract – to provide your membership

• Legitimate interests – to operate and improve the Sphere network

• Consent – for optional communications where applicable

Sharing your information

Sphere is a community platform, so some information is visible to other members, including:

• Name

• Role and company

• Profile information

• Areas of expertise

We do not share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share data with trusted service providers (such as hosting providers, payment processors and platform tools) where necessary to operate Sphere.

Data storage and security

Your data is stored securely and we take appropriate measures to protect it from unauthorised access, loss or misuse.

How long we keep your data

We retain your data for as long as your membership is active.

If you cancel your membership, we may retain limited information for administrative, legal or security purposes.

Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict processing

• Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

hello@the-sphere.network

Cookies

Sphere may use cookies to improve your experience and understand how the platform is used.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

Contact

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please contact:

Sphere Marketing Network Ltd

Unit 2 The Old Piggery

Little Dartmouth

Devon

TQ6 0JR

United Kingdom

Company Number: 15598750

Email: hello@the-sphere.network