Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://cheap-bulk-bird-seed.feedersandmore.co.uk! We are dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure online environment for our customers, and your privacy is at the core of our commitment. This Privacy Policy reveals our practices regarding the collection, usage, and protection of personal information in alignment with international data privacy laws, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) of Brazil
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)/California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
  • Utah Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut Consumer Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa

Scope

This policy is applicable to all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

  1. Our official website at https://cheap-bulk-bird-seed.feedersandmore.co.uk
  2. Any mobile applications or services offered through our platform
  3. Interactions via email, phone, or text messaging
  4. Links to third-party platforms on our website (their privacy policies apply)

Processing Activities

When you engage with us in the above-mentioned ways, we may undertake the following data processing activities:

  1. Account Management: Creating and managing user accounts.
  2. Payment Transactions: Processing payments, including financial and purchase details.
  3. Communication: Sending newsletters, promotional materials, or transactional updates via email, phone, or SMS.
  4. Product Recommendations: Personalizing content and suggestions based on browsing history and preferences.

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data to enhance your experience and improve our services:

  1. Account Information: User names, passwords (hashed), email addresses, and profile details.
  2. Payment Information: Credit/debit card numbers (partially masked), expiration dates, CVV codes, billing addresses.
  3. Financial Data: Transaction history, bank account details (for direct deposits or payments).
  4. Purchase Information: Order details, shipping addresses, product preferences.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: IP addresses, unique device identifiers (UDIDs), and mobile network information.
  6. Location Data: GPS coordinates or location services data (with user consent).
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Opinions, ratings, and comments provided by users.
  8. Social Media Information: Publicly accessible data from social media platforms when users choose to connect their accounts.
  9. Product Interaction: Content viewed, products added to cart, purchase history.

We collect this data through direct user input, automatic logging files, and third-party services, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for site functionality and navigation.
  2. Preference Cookies: Remember user preferences and settings.
  3. Analytics Cookies: Track website usage and performance, providing insights for improvement.

Users can manage non-essential cookie choices through our built-in Cookie Manager.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Account information is retained during the active account period and for a reasonable time after account closure.
  • Transactional data may be kept for tax, legal, or auditing requirements.
  • We delete or anonymize data when it is no longer needed for its original purpose.

Security Measures

We prioritize data security and implement robust measures to protect user information:

  • Encryption: Secure communication channels and data storage using industry-standard encryption protocols.
  • Third-Party Processing: Engaging secure third-party service providers to handle sensitive tasks.
  • Regular Audits: Conducting internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance with privacy policies.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed towards individuals under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children in this age group.

Your Rights (Subject to Local Laws)

Depending on your location, you may have various rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access and Rectification: The right to access and update or rectify inaccurate personal data.
  • Erasure and Restriction: Ability to request deletion or restriction of processing under specific circumstances.
  • Data Portability: Right to obtain and transfer personal data to another controller.
  • Objection and Non-Discrimination: Opportunity to object to the processing and refuse discrimination based on certain grounds.

To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected] or through postal mail.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Any significant modifications will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.

Contact Information

For any privacy-related inquiries, feedback, or requests:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Postal Mail: Privacy Policy Inquiries, Cheap Bulk Bird Seed, 123 Feather Street, Metro City, Country 12345