Brand Buzzed Privacy Policy

At Brand Buzzed, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely and transparently. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

Who We Are

Brand Buzzed is a digital marketing company based in the United Kingdom. We specialise in providing marketing solutions, including targeted advertising, analytics, and campaign management. For the purposes of data protection laws, Brand Buzzed is the Data Controller of your personal data.

What Data We Collect

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

- Information You Provide to Us: This includes your name, email address, phone number, business information (e.g., company name and job title), and any other information you provide when contacting us or using our services. This also includes information you submit through forms on our website, such as contact forms, subscription forms, or enquiry forms.

- Information We Collect Automatically: We use tracking technologies, such as cookies and pixels, to collect data about your interactions with our website and services. This may include your IP address, device information, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, clickstream data, and marketing interactions (e.g. email opens or link clicks).

- Information from Third Parties: We may receive data from third-party platforms, such as social media networks or advertising partners, in accordance with their privacy policies.

How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to provide and improve our services, personalise your experience, deliver targeted advertising, analyse website performance and user behaviour, communicate with you about our services and promotions, and comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms of service.

We will only send you marketing communications with your prior consent. You can opt out of these communications at any time (see the "How to Opt Out of Marketing Communications" section below).

How We Collect Data

We use the following methods to collect data:

- Forms on Our Website or 3rd party sites: When you submit your information through forms on our website or a 3rd party site, such as contact forms, subscription forms, or enquiry forms, we collect the data you provide to respond to your enquiries, provide services, or send you updates.

- Cookies: Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our site and improve your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

- Pixels: Pixels are small pieces of code embedded in our website or emails. They allow us to track user behaviour, such as page views or email opens, and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

- Analytics Tools: We use third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to collect data about website traffic and user behaviour. These tools may use cookies or similar technologies to gather information.

Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

Under the UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

- Consent: When you have given us explicit consent to process your data (e.g. accepting cookies or subscribing to our newsletter).

- Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as improving our services or conducting marketing activities

- Legal Obligations: When we are required to process your data to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

How We Protect Your Data

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. These measures include secure servers, encryption technologies, regular security audits, and restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.

However, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you have any concerns about the security of your data, please contact us.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:

- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in delivering our services (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools). These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations. When your data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymise it.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.Correction: Request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.

- Erasure: Request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal obligations.

- Restriction: Request that we limit the processing of your data.

- Objection: Object to the processing of your data for certain purposes, such as direct marketing.

- Data Portability: Request that we transfer your data to another organisation.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided at the bottom of this Privacy Policy.

How to Opt Out of Marketing Communications

You have the right to opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time. You can do this by:

- Replying STOP to any SMS message you receive from us.

- Clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any marketing email we send you.

- Contacting us directly by phone or email and letting us know that you no longer wish to receive marketing communications.

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you service-related messages, such as updates about your account or transactions.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by:

- Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

- Sending you an email notification, if appropriate.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.

How Updates Will Be Communicated

If we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will take reasonable steps to notify you in advance. This may include sending you an email or displaying a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after the updated Privacy Policy takes effect will indicate your acceptance of the changes.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 07906731864

Effective Date: 03/09/2024

Last Updated: 16/12/2024