Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: March 14, 2025

Introduction
1. Welcome to The Black and White Pub Company trading as Biddy’s O’Barnes and The Byre at Biddy’s (“we”, “us”, “our”).
2. We operate www.biddysobarnes.com (the “Website” or “Service”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant data protection laws applicable in Ireland.
3. By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.
Definitions
1. Service – The Website operated by The Black and White Pub Company trading as Biddy’s O’Barnes / The Byre at Biddy’s.
2. Personal Data – Any data related to an identifiable individual.
3. Usage Data – Information automatically collected when using our Service (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages visited).
4. Cookies – Small files stored on your device that help track and improve user experience.
5. Data Controller – The entity determining the purpose and manner of processing personal data (i.e., us).
6. Data Processors (Service Providers) – Third parties processing data on our behalf.
7. Data Subject – The individual whose personal data is being processed.
8. User – Anyone accessing or using our Service.
Information We Collect:
1. We collect different types of information, including:
  1. Personal Data
    1. When using our Service, you may provide personal data, including:
      1. Name, Email address, Phone number, Postal address, Payment details (if applicable), Any other data voluntarily provided
  2. Usage Data
    1. We automatically collect information on how the Service is accessed and used, such as:
    2. IP address
    3. Browser type and version
    4. Pages visited
    5. Time and date of visit
    6. Device information (if accessed via mobile)
  3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
    1. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, including:
      1. Session Cookies – Necessary for website functionality.
      2. Preference Cookies – Remember your preferences.
      3. Security Cookies – Help with security measures.
      4. Analytics Cookies – Improve user experience.
      5. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
How We Use Your Data
1. We use collected data for various purposes:
2. To provide, operate, and maintain our Service.
3. To notify you about changes to our Service.
4. To process payments (if applicable).
5. To provide customer support.
6. To improve our Service and develop new features.
7. To monitor website usage.
8. To comply with legal obligations.
9. To send marketing emails, including newsletters, promotions, and event updates.
10. We will not use your data for marketing purposes without your explicit consent. You may opt out of receiving marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us at hello@biddysobarnes.com.
Data Sharing & Third Parties
1. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
2. Service Providers who assist in website maintenance, hosting, analytics, email marketing, or payment processing.
3. Legal Authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.
4. Business Transfers in case of mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.
5. All third-party partners comply with GDPR and ensure appropriate data protection measures.
6. We use MailerLite to manage our email marketing campaigns. Your data is securely stored and processed by this provider in compliance with GDPR. You can review their privacy policy here.
Data Retention
1. We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Factors determining retention periods include:
2. Legal and regulatory requirements
3. Business operations and service improvements
4. User requests for deletion
5. Usage data is typically kept for a shorter period unless required for security or legal compliance.
Data Transfers
1. Your data may be transferred and stored outside of Ireland, where data protection laws may differ. We ensure that any transfer follows GDPR requirements, including appropriate safeguards such as:
2. Standard contractual clauses
3. Data processing agreements
Your Rights Under GDPR
1. If you are a resident of the EU/EEA, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
2. Right to Access – Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
3. Right to Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
4. Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data.
5. Right to Restrict Processing – Request limited use of your data.
6. Right to Data Portability – Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
7. Right to Object – Object to the processing of your data for specific reasons.
8. Right to Withdraw Consent – If processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.
9. Right to Lodge a Complaint – File a complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission if you believe your data rights have been violated.
10. To exercise these rights, please contact us at feedback@biddysobarnes.com.
Data Security
1. We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data. However, no online transmission is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
1. Our Service may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so we encourage you to review their policies.
Children’s Privacy
1. Our Service is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you become aware that a child has provided us with data, please contact us for removal.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
1. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. You are encouraged to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
1. For any privacy-related questions or concerns, contact us at:
  1. Email: feedback@biddysobarnes.com
  2. Address: The Black and White Pub Company, Donegal, Ireland