TERMS OF USE & PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: 22 November 2025
Self-Representation.org.uk is a volunteer-run service operated by Gloria P Hernandez with support from additional volunteers. We provide free information to help people understand the employment tribunal process in England and Wales. We are not solicitors, we do not provide legal advice, and we do not represent users in any legal proceedings. By using our website or submitting information, you agree to these terms and our privacy policy.
Who We Are
Self-Representation.org.uk is run by volunteers. We are not a regulated law firm and we do not give legal advice. All information provided is general information only. Contact email: support@Self-Representation.org.uk. Our website may be hosted in the EU.What We Do
We provide information about employment tribunals, ACAS Early Conciliation, ET1 and ET3 forms, timelines, documents, tribunal letters, procedures and hearings.
We do not give legal advice, tell you what claims to bring, predict outcomes, act as your solicitor, complete forms for you, contact your employer or ACAS, or assess whether your evidence proves your case. You are responsible for your own decisions.Age Requirements
We do not set a strict age requirement. However, this service is intended for people involved in UK employment matters. If you are under 18, you should make sure you understand the information you provide and consider seeking help from a trusted adult or adviser.Acceptable Use
You must not use our service to harass others, upload illegal or abusive content, pretend to be someone else, misuse the service to obtain legal advice, or upload documents you do not have the right to share. We may restrict access if the service is misused.Disclaimer
All information is general information. It is not legal advice and may not be accurate or up-to-date. You accept full responsibility for how you use the information. We are not liable for any decisions you make, tribunal outcomes, missed deadlines or losses of any kind. By submitting information, you explicitly accept this disclaimer.AI Tools
We use AI agents trained on employment law texts. AI content is not legal advice and may contain errors. You agree not to hold us responsible for inaccuracies.External Services
At your request we may suggest ACAS, Citizens Advice, trade unions or regulated solicitors. We are not responsible for your experience with external organisations and we do not receive commission for referrals.Document Uploads
You may upload documents in some circumstances. You confirm you have the right to upload them. Documents are used only to understand your situation and are stored for up to one year before being deleted. You should avoid uploading highly sensitive information unless necessary.Privacy Policy (UK GDPR)
We follow UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Data we collect:
Name, email, employment details, timeline information, ACAS details, evidence descriptions or uploads, analytics and form messages.
Why we collect it:
To understand your situation, provide information, operate the website, respond to enquiries and maintain security.
Legal basis:
Your consent, our legitimate interests, and compliance with UK data laws.
Data retention:
We store submissions for up to one year.
Data sharing:
We may share data with email providers, hosting providers in the EU, volunteers helping with your request, and external solicitors only if you ask for a referral. We do not share data with employers or tribunals.
International transfers:
If data is processed outside the UK, we use appropriate safeguards.
Cookies and analytics:
We may use Google Analytics, Cloudflare, WordPress cookies and form cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser.
Your Rights
You can request access to your data, correction, deletion, or withdraw consent. Contact support@Self-Representation.org.uk. You can complain to the ICO if needed.Liability
We are not liable for your decisions, tribunal outcomes, missed deadlines, losses, or reliance on information provided. All information is provided “as is” without warranties. This applies to volunteers and AI tools.Changes
We may update these terms at any time.
