Privacy Policy
Last updated: 30 March 2026
1. INTRODUCTION
Snarra Limited (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website at http://www.snarra.com (the “Site”) and our services (together, the “Services”).
Who we are:
Company name: Snarra Limited
Registered address: 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ, United Kingdom
Contact e-mail: contact@snarra.com
ICO registration number: ZC106064
We are the data controller for the personal data we process, meaning we determine how and why your data is processed.
Important for lawyers: We understand that confidentiality is paramount for legal professionals. This privacy policy (the “Privacy Policy”) explains the measures we take to protect your privacy, including employer blocking features and visibility controls. We implement safeguards designed to prevent your current employer from accessing your profile unless you explicitly grant visibility.
2. WHAT DATA WE COLLECT
The data we collect depends on whether you are in our waitlist phase or using the full platform, and whether you are a lawyer or employer user.
During waitlist phase (Current)
For lawyer users:
Full name
E-mail address
LinkedIn profile URL
Practice area (e.g., Corporate, M&A, Private Equity, Banking)
Post-qualification experience (PQE) level
Jurisdiction(s) of qualification
Current location
Current firm or company name
Job title or your current role
Job search status (actively looking, casually browsing, just exploring)
Preferred role type (private practice, in-house, or both)
For employer users:
Your name
Business e-mail address
Firm or company name
Job title or your current role
Current location
For all users:
Information you provide when contacting us (feedback, questions, complaints)
After full platform launch (Future)
When the platform launches, we may additionally collect:
Detailed work history and experience
Educational background
Professional certifications and qualifications
CV/resume documents
Skills and specializations
Salary expectations and requirements
References and recommendations
Messages and communications sent through the platform
Search and matching preferences
Work authorisation status
Application and interview information
Account login credentials (encrypted)
We will update this Privacy Policy and notify you before collecting any additional data beyond what is listed in the waitlist phase section.
3. HOW WE COLLECT YOUR DATA
We collect data in the following ways:
Direct collection:
When you complete our waitlist registration form
When you contact us via email
When you provide feedback or participate in surveys
Automated collection:
We do not currently use cookies or tracking technologies
We do not use analytics tools
Basic server logs may record your IP address for security purposes only
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
Legitimate Interests (UK GDPR Article 6(1)(f)):
When you submit information through the waitlist form, we process your data to manage early access and communicate with you about the platform. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interest in operating and developing the Snarra platform, including:
Managing waitlist registration and early access
Sending updates about platform development and launch
Understanding user needs and preferences
Improving and developing our Services
Preventing fraud and ensuring platform security
We have assessed that these interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.
Consent (UK GDPR Article 6(1)(a)):
For optional marketing communications beyond service updates
For any processing not covered by legitimate interests
You can withdraw consent at any time by emailing contact@snarra.com or using the unsubscribe link in e-mails
Contractual necessity (UK GDPR Article 6(1)(b)):
To provide the Services you request
To manage your account and access to the platform
Legal obligation (UK GDPR Article 6(1)(c)):
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
To respond to lawful requests from authorities
5. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
Waitlist Management:
To register you for early access to Snarra
To contact you when the platform launches
To send updates about our progress and launch timeline
To invite you to beta testing or early access programs
Service Delivery (Post-Launch):
To create and manage your account
To match lawyers with relevant opportunities
To match employers with suitable candidates
To facilitate connections between lawyers and employers
To provide confidentiality and visibility controls
Matching and Platform Functionality:
Information provided by lawyers and employers may be analysed to support matching functionality within the platform. This may include comparing professional attributes such as practice area, experience level, jurisdiction, and role preferences in order to identify relevant opportunities.
Communication:
To respond to your inquiries and support requests
To send important service updates and announcements
To notify you of changes to our Terms and Conditions or Privacy Policy
To send occasional updates about Snarra (you can opt out)
Platform Improvement:
To understand how users interact with our Services
To identify and fix technical issues
To develop new features and functionality
To conduct research and analysis (in aggregated, anonymized form)
Legal and Security:
To comply with legal obligations
To prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
To protect the rights and safety of our users
To enforce our Terms and Conditions
We do not:
Sell your personal data to third parties
Share your data with recruiters or third-party agencies
Use your data for purposes incompatible with those listed above without your explicit consent
6. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
We share your data only in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers (Data Processors)
We use carefully selected third-party service providers who process data on our behalf:
Google LLC:
Purpose: Data storage and form collection
Data shared: All waitlist information you provide
Location: Google's servers (may include international transfers with appropriate safeguards)
Safeguards: Google's Data Processing Terms and UK GDPR-compliant measures
Future service providers may include:
E-mail service providers (to send platform communications)
Cloud hosting providers (to host the platform)
Payment processors (to process employer subscription payments)
Security and fraud prevention services
All service providers are required to:
Process data only on our instructions
Implement appropriate security measures
Comply with UK GDPR and data protection laws
Enter into Data Processing Agreements with us
Other Users (Post-Launch Only)
For Lawyers:
Employers will only see your profile if you grant visibility
You can block specific employers from seeing your profile
We implement safeguards designed to prevent your current employer from accessing your profile unless you explicitly grant visibility
For Employers:
Lawyers will see your company name and opportunity details when you post roles
Your contact information is shared only with lawyers you express interest in
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your data if required by law:
To comply with legal obligations or court orders
To respond to lawful requests from government authorities
To protect our legal rights or defend against legal claims
To prevent fraud, security threats, or illegal activity
Business Transfers
If Snarra is acquired, merged, or undergoes restructuring, your data may be transferred to the new entity. We will notify you and ensure the new entity honours this Privacy Policy.
We do not:
Share your data with traditional recruitment agencies
Sell or rent your data to third parties for marketing purposes
Share lawyer data with their current employers without explicit consent
7. CONFIDENTIALITY FOR LAWYERS
We recognize that confidentiality is critical for legal professionals exploring new opportunities. Here's how we protect you:
Employer Blocking:
You can block specific employers from seeing your profile
Blocked employers cannot view your information or contact you
You can update your blocked employer list at any time
Visibility Controls:
You choose who can see your profile (all employers, selected employers, or invitation-only)
You can make your profile invisible while maintaining your account
You control what information is visible to different employer types
Confidential Job Search:
We do not notify anyone when you join or update your profile
We do not share information about your job search activity
Employers cannot see who has viewed their postings
Current Employer Protection:
Your current employer is automatically flagged in our system
Additional safeguards prevent accidental visibility to the current employer
We recommend adding your current employer to your blocked list
Employer Search and Profile Visibility:
Where lawyers choose to make their profiles visible, employer users may search and review profile information for the purpose of identifying potential candidates
Profile visibility is controlled by the lawyer through platform settings, including employer blocking and visibility preferences
Lawyers can modify or withdraw profile visibility at any time
Data Security:
All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
Access controls ensure only authorized personnel can view lawyer data
Regular security audits and monitoring
Important: While we implement technical and organisational measures to protect confidentiality, no system is 100% secure. We recommend using platform controls actively and exercising caution when sharing sensitive information.
8. DATA RETENTION
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.
Waitlist Data:
Waitlist data is retained only as long as necessary to manage early access and platform launch
If you do not join the platform, your data may be retained for up to 12 months after registration
You can request deletion at any time
Active Platform Accounts:
Retained while your account is active and in use
Retained for 12 months after your last login (for inactive accounts)
You can delete your account at any time
Deleted Accounts:
Kept in backup systems for 30 days (to allow recovery if deletion was accidental)
Permanently deleted after 30 days
Some data may be retained in anonymized form for statistical purposes
Legal Retention:
Data required for legal, regulatory, or tax purposes is retained as required by law
Security logs and fraud prevention data may be retained for up to 6 years
Employer-Side Data:
Application and hiring data are retained for 6 months after a role is filled
Longer retention available with candidate consent for future opportunities
9. YOUR RIGHTS
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right of Access (Article 15):
You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
We will provide this within 30 days, free of charge
Right to Rectification (Article 16):
You can correct inaccurate or incomplete data
You can update your information through your account settings
Right to Erasure / Right to be Forgotten (Article 17):
You can request the deletion of your data
We will delete your data unless we have a legal obligation to retain it
Right to Restrict Processing (Article 18):
You can ask us to stop processing your data (but not delete it)
Useful if you want to suspend your account temporarily
Right to Data Portability (Article 20):
You can receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
You can transfer your data to another service provider
Right to Object (Article 21):
You can object to processing based on legitimate interests
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time
Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making (Article 22):
We do not currently use automated decision-making or profiling
If we introduce AI matching in the future, you will have the right to human review
Right to Withdraw Consent:
Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time
This does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal
To exercise any of these rights:
E-mail us at contact@snarra.com
We will respond within 30 days
We may request identification to verify your identity
10. DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:
Technical Measures:
Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
Encryption at rest for sensitive data
Secure authentication and access controls
Regular security updates and patches
Automated backups with encryption
Organisational Measures:
Access to data is limited to authorized personnel only
Two-factor authentication is required for team access
Regular security training for team members
Data breach response procedures in place
Regular review of security practices
Third-Party Security:
All service providers must demonstrate adequate security measures
Data Processing Agreements require compliance with security standards
Regular vendor security assessments
Incident Response:
We monitor for security incidents and data breaches
In the event of a breach affecting your data, we will notify affected users where required by law
We will notify the ICO as required by law
No System is 100% Secure: While we implement strong security measures, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for:
Keeping your login credentials secure
Using a strong, unique password
Not sharing your account access
Notifying us immediately if you suspect unauthorised access
11. COOKIES AND TRACKING
We do not currently use cookies or tracking technologies.
What this means:
We do not track your browsing across websites
We do not use analytics tools like Google Analytics
We do not serve targeted advertising
We do not create browsing profiles
Essential Technical Data:
Our web server may log IP addresses for security purposes only
This data is not used for tracking or analytics
IP logs are deleted after 90 days
Future Use of Cookies: If we introduce cookies in the future, we will:
Update this Privacy Policy
Implement a cookie consent banner
Provide a separate Cookie Policy
Allow you to manage cookie preferences
12. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Data Storage Location:
Data is primarily stored on Google's servers
Google operates data centres globally, including in the UK, the EU, and the US
Safeguards for International Transfers:
We rely on appropriate safeguards provided by our service providers to ensure international transfers comply with applicable data protection law
Your Rights:
You have the same data protection rights regardless of where the data is stored
You can request information about where your data is stored
You can object to specific transfer mechanisms
13. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Services are not directed at individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
If we discover we have collected data from someone under 18:
We will delete it immediately
We will not use it for any purpose
If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us at contact@snarra.com.
14. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
Changes in our data practices
New features or services
Legal or regulatory requirements
Best practice developments
How we notify you:
We will update the "Last updated" date at the top
For material changes, we will email registered users
Continued use of Services after changes constitutes acceptance
Your options:
Review this Privacy Policy periodically
If you disagree with changes, you can delete your account
Contact us with questions about changes
15. LEGAL BASIS: UK GDPR AND DATA PROTECTION ACT 2018
This Privacy Policy complies with:
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
Data Protection Act 2018
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
We are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
Registration number: ZC106064
16. COMPLAINTS AND SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY
Contact us first: If you have concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us at contact@snarra.com. We will investigate and respond within 30 days.
Complaint to the ICO: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK's supervisory authority:
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/
Telephone: 0303 123 1113
Post: Information Commissioner's Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF
EU Residents: If you reside in the EU, you can also complain to your local data protection authority.
17. CONTACT US
For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
E-mail: contact@snarra.com
Post:
Snarra Limited
71-75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden
London WC2H 9JQ
United Kingdom
Response time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.
Data protection inquiries: For specific data protection requests (access, deletion, etc.), please clearly mark your e-mail subject line with "Data Protection Request" for faster processing.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on 30 March 2026.