Privacy Policy
Welcome to Angling Mad.
Your privacy is very important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (anglingmad.co.uk) or purchase from us.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal details – name, email address, postal address, phone number (when you create an account, place an order, or contact us).
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Payment details – processed securely by our payment provider; we do not store your card information.
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Technical data – IP address, browser type, device, and how you use our website (collected via cookies or analytics).
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Communication records – emails, messages, or support requests you send us.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Process and deliver your orders.
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Send order confirmations, updates, and customer-service messages.
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Improve our website, products, and user experience.
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Send occasional marketing emails (only if you have opted in).
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Comply with legal or tax obligations.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data only when one of the following applies:
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It’s necessary for fulfilling a contract (your order).
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You have given clear consent (e.g., newsletter signup).
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It’s required by law.
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It’s in our legitimate interest (improving our services, preventing fraud).
4. Data Retention
We keep your data only as long as needed to provide our services or meet legal requirements.
After that, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
5. Cookies
Our site uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
More details are available in our Cookie Policy (if separate).
6. Sharing Your Information
We never sell your data.
We may share limited information with:
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Service providers (e.g., payment processors, couriers) who help us fulfil your orders.
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Legal authorities, if required by law.
All partners are required to protect your information and use it only for the purpose we specify.
7. Data Security
We use SSL encryption and secure servers to protect your personal data.
While no online system is completely secure, we take every reasonable step to safeguard your information.
8. Your Rights (UK GDPR)
You have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you.
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Request correction or deletion of your data.
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Withdraw consent for marketing at any time.
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights are violated.
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To exercise your rights, please contact us at anglingmad1@gmail.com
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies before providing personal information.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version will always be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Angling Mad
📧 anglingmad1@gmail.com
🌐 www.anglingmad.co.uk
