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Privacy and Cookie Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Last Updated: [Insert Date]

1. Introduction

This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how Bruce Woolley ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with our website [insert website URL] (the "Website").

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR).

By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Who We Are

Data Controller:
Bruce Woolley
[Insert business or correspondence address]
Email: [Insert contact email]

If you have any questions about this policy or your personal data, please contact us at the email address above.

3. What Information We Collect

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

a. Information You Provide to Us

  • Name and contact details (such as email address) if you contact us directly.

  • Any information you submit through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or fan messages.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect:

  • Technical information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system.

  • Usage information: pages visited, time spent on the site, and navigation paths.

  • Cookie data (explained further below).

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (such as information about your health, beliefs, or political opinions).

4. How We Use Your Information

We process your data for the following purposes:

  • To operate and improve the Website.

  • To respond to enquiries or messages you send us.

  • To manage subscriptions or newsletters (if you choose to sign up).

  • To monitor site usage and improve user experience.

  • To comply with legal obligations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases for processing your personal data:

  • Consent: When you sign up for communications or accept cookies.

  • Legitimate Interests: To improve the Website and respond to enquiries.

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws or regulations.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at [insert email].

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We will not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal information.
However, we may share data with trusted third parties who assist in operating the Website or delivering services, such as:

  • Website hosting providers

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Email or newsletter platforms

All such third parties are required to process your data securely and in accordance with GDPR requirements.

7. International Data Transfers

If any data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (such as the UK/EU Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your personal data.

8. Data Retention

We will only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
After that, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • Restriction: Limit processing of your data.

  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format.

  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

  • Withdraw Consent: At any time, where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [insert email].

10. Cookies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences over time (such as login details or language settings).

Types of Cookies We Use:

  1. Essential Cookies:
    Required for the Website to function properly (e.g., to enable navigation).

  2. Analytics Cookies:
    Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g., Google Analytics).

  3. Functional Cookies:
    Enhance the user experience by remembering preferences.

  4. Marketing Cookies:
    (Optional) Used to show relevant promotions or music releases, only with your consent.

Managing Cookies

You can:

  • Accept or reject non-essential cookies when first visiting the site via our cookie banner.

  • Adjust your browser settings to delete or block cookies.

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect how the Website functions.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
While no system is completely secure, we strive to use industry-standard practices to protect your information.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our Website may include links to third-party sites (such as social media or streaming platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

14. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this policy or our data practices, please contact:

Email: [Insert contact email]
Address: [Insert address]

If you are based in the UK or EU and feel that your data protection concerns have not been properly addressed, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

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