Privacy Policy The Boss And The Beeston Street

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 24 January 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how The Boss and the Beeston Street Band ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website (beestonstreetband.com/) or interact with us. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal data is handled securely and transparently.

1. Who We Are

We are The Boss and the Beeston Street Band a Bruce Springsteen tribute band based in Leeds, UK. For the purposes of data protection laws, we are the "data controller" of your personal information.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: beestonstreetband@gmail.com

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address (if provided).
  • Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics.
  • Event Information: Ticket purchases, preferences, or inquiries related to our gigs.
  • Social Media Interactions: If you contact us through social media platforms.
  • Payment Information: Only if you make purchases or bookings directly via our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide information about our events, gigs, and merchandise.
  • To respond to your inquiries or process ticket purchases.
  • To improve our website's functionality and user experience.
  • To send promotional emails about upcoming shows (only with your consent).
  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you sign up for our newsletter or provide your information voluntarily.
  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfil ticket purchases or other agreements with you.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our website and promote our events.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable UK laws and regulations.

5. How We Share Your Data

We do not sell your data. However, we may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: For website hosting, email marketing, or ticket processing.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law or for the protection of our rights.
  • Payment Processors: To complete transactions securely.

We ensure that any third parties we work with are GDPR-compliant.

6. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:

  • Newsletter Subscribers: Until you opt out or unsubscribe.
  • Transaction Records: For a minimum of six years, as required for tax and legal purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Restriction: Limit how your data is processed.
  • Objection: Object to data processing for specific purposes (e.g., marketing).
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.

To exercise these rights, contact us at beestonstreetband@gmail.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
Website: https://ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113

8. How We Protect Your Data

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. This includes:

  • Encrypted connections (SSL/TLS) for our website.
  • Regularly updated security protocols.
  • Limiting access to authorised personnel only.

9. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., ticket providers or social media). We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies before providing personal data.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: beestonstreetband@gmail.com

This policy ensures compliance with the UK GDPR and provides transparency for your website visitors. Let me know if you’d like this adapted further!