Privacy & Cookie Policy

Bishop Middleham Village Hall

1. Introduction
Welcome to the Bishop Middleham Village Hall website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a secure and responsible manner. This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.

2. Information We Collect
When you interact with our website, we may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Data: When you contact us via our website, book an event, or subscribe to updates, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide.

• Technical Data: Information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited may be collected to improve website functionality.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance user experience and collect analytical data.

3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for the following purposes:

• To process bookings and enquiries.

• To communicate with you regarding your bookings or requests.

• To improve our website and services.

• To comply with legal obligations and security requirements.

4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties except in the following situations:

• When required by law or to protect our legal rights.

• With service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., hosting providers, email services) under strict data protection agreements.

5. Cookies Policy
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies for:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality (e.g., session cookies for login features).

• Analytical Cookies: Used to analyse website traffic and improve our services.

• Marketing Cookies: Occasionally used to track user behaviour and improve user experience.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, or destruction. However, while we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee complete security due to the nature of internet communication.

7. Your Rights
Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.

• Request correction or deletion of your data.

• Withdraw consent for processing where applicable.

• Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been misused.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.