1. Introduction
Welcome to Buddies 2 Go (“we”, “our”, “us”).
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly and transparently.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website (https://www.buddies2go.co.uk), in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 (PECR).
By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information necessary to maintain and improve your experience on our site.
This may include:
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Usage Data: Details about how you use our website, such as visited pages, time spent, and browser type.
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Cookies and Tracking Data: Small files stored on your device that help improve site performance, navigation, and user experience.
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless you voluntarily provide it through forms or direct communication.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the limited data we collect solely to:
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Improve website functionality, performance, and accessibility.
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Monitor analytics to understand user interactions and improve usability.
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Maintain website security and prevent misuse.
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Fulfil any legal or regulatory obligations where applicable.
We never share, sell, or lease visitor information to third parties.
4. Cookies and Consent
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to help us deliver a smooth, responsive, and personalised browsing experience in accordance with PECR rules.
Types of cookies we use
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Strictly necessary cookies – Required for basic website operation (e.g., security, session management).
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Performance cookies – Collect anonymised data to measure website performance and usage statistics.
We do not use advertising, marketing, or tracking cookies.
Managing cookies
When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie notice asking for your consent to store performance cookies. You may adjust your preferences at any time by changing your browser settings or clearing cookies.
For detailed information about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the UK GDPR, we process data only when a lawful basis applies. For most activity on our website, that basis is:
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Consent – when you have agreed to the use of non-essential cookies.
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Legitimate interest – when we use data (e.g., analytics) to ensure the security, functionality, and improvement of the site.
6. Data Security and Storage
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
All data collected via our website is stored securely on servers within the United Kingdom or within data centres that comply with UK GDPR-equivalent standards.
7. Data Retention
We keep data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes set out in this policy. Anonymised usage data or analytics information may be retained for statistical purposes but cannot be used to identify individuals.
8. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
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The right to access your personal data.
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The right to rectification of inaccurate data.
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The right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”).
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The right to restrict or object to processing.
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The right to data portability.
If you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
9. Third-Party Services and Links
Our website may use third-party tools such as Google Analytics or similar to assess user behaviour and site performance. These services may store cookies to collect anonymised usage data but do not identify individual users.
We are not responsible for the privacy policies of external websites linked from our own site. Please review their privacy policies separately if you navigate to third-party pages.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect or process data from them.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect improvements or changes in legislation. Any updates will be published on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or data access requests, please contact us:
Buddies 2 Go
Email: info@buddies2go.co.uk
Website: https://www.buddies2go.co.uk
Address: Littlehampton, West Sussex, United Kingdom
