Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy 

Privacy Notice for Members 

Hey there! This is just a plain-English rundown of how we manage your personal info when you join or renew your membership with Budgiesales.co.uk.

We are putting this out here because you have either applied to join us or you are renewing your membership. We are the ones who decide how to store and use your details—and this notice explains how and why we do that (hint: it is to give you all the rewards of being a member).

Your privacy matters to us.

We promise to stick to data protection laws, which means: 

– We will use your info legally, fairly, and transparently.

– We will only collect what we need for clear, legit reasons—and nothing extra.

– We will keep things accurate and up to date.

– We will not hold onto your info longer than necessary.

– We will keep it secure.

What info do we have on you?

We collect and store: 

– Your name, title, address, phone number, email, and date of birth.

– Payment details (like card info for subscriptions).

– Occasionally, we might also need sensitive info, like: 

 – Health or disability details (for discount eligibility).

 – Any past convictions related to birds/animals (because, well, we take animal welfare seriously).

Where does your info come from?

Straight from you! We gather it through: 

– Membership application forms.

– New member ring orders.

– Renewal forms (for existing members).

– Show entry forms.

– If you are selling birds through our site, we will use what you provide there.

How do we use your info?

For sensitive stuff: 

– Health/disability info helps us apply discounts were eligible.

Criminal history?

We ask upfront if you have ever been convicted of harming birds/animals, stealing them, or been booted from a similar society. Why? Because our rules do not allow members with those histories. You do not *have* to tell us, but we’d appreciate honesty. 

Sharing with third parties?

Sometimes, but only when necessary—like: 

– Printing magazines or show catalogues.

– Making membership rings.

– Fulfilling seed orders.

We make sure these partners manage your data securely and only for the job we have hired them for.

Security?

We lock down your info tight—only letting staff or contractors access it if they *need* to. If there is ever a breach, we will tell you ASAP. 

How long do we keep your data?

– While you are a member, we will keep it updated. 

– If you leave, we will scrub your details from the next Membership List.

– Payment info? Only until your order’s done.

Your rights:

You can: 

– Ask to see, correct, or delete your data.

– Object to how we use it (like opting out of marketing).

– Request we transfer your info elsewhere.

Consent:

If we publish your name in *Cage & Aviary Birds*, it is only with your say-so.

Cheers