Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/01/2024

This Privacy Policy describes how Bagpiper for Hire ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using our website https://www.bagpiperforhire.uk, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Bagpiper for Hire is the data controller responsible for the personal data collected through this website.

Contact details:
Email: bagpiper@forhire.org.uk
Phone: 08004048964

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and event details submitted via our contact or booking form.
   
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, geographic location, and pages visited (collected via cookies and analytics tools).
   
• Communication Data: Any messages or inquiries you send us.
   

We do not collect any sensitive personal data unless specifically provided by you (e.g., special accommodations for a performance).

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you provide your data via a contact or booking form.
   
• Contractual necessity: To perform a service you request (e.g., booking a performance).
   
• Legitimate interests: To improve the website, respond to inquiries, and maintain security.
   
• Legal obligation: Where processing is necessary to comply with a legal requirement.
   

You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at [your email address].

We use your personal data to:

• Respond to your messages and inquiries
   
• Provide and manage bookings and services
   
• Send follow-up communication (if consented)
   
• Monitor website performance and user interaction (via analytics)
   
• Maintain website security and integrity
   

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze traffic. You will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies through a cookie banner on your first visit.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the website may not function properly.

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers such as:

• Website hosting and maintenance providers
   
• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
   
• Email service providers
   

If your data is transferred outside the EU, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or that the recipient is in a country with an adequate level of protection as determined by the European Commission.

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
   
• Comply with legal obligations
   
• Resolve disputes
   
• Enforce our agreements
   

After that, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

If you are an EU resident, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access – Request access to your personal data.
   
• Right to Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate data.
   
• Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
   
• Right to Restrict Processing – Request limitation on how we process your data.
   
• Right to Data Portability – Request transfer of your data to you or another provider.
   
• Right to Object – Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
   
• Right to Withdraw Consent – Withdraw your consent at any time.
   

To exercise these rights, contact us at [your email address].

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority if you believe your data is being processed unlawfully.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encrypted transmissions (SSL), access controls, and secure data storage.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a new "Effective Date" and posted on this page.

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

Bagpiper for Hire
Email: bagpiper@forhire.org.uk
Phone: 08004048964