Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters. This page explains, in plain language, what information this website gathers when you visit, why it is needed and the choices you have. It should be read alongside our Terms of Use, which set out the wider rules for using the site.

Information We Collect

Most visitors can browse without sharing anything personal. Information is collected in two ways:

Details you give us: for example, your name and email address if you send a message or sign up for updates.
Details gathered automatically: such as your browser type, device, approximate location, the pages you view and how long you stay.

How We Use It

This information helps us to:

reply to questions and requests;
understand which pages are useful and which need improving;
keep the site running smoothly and spot technical problems;
protect the site against misuse.

We never sell your personal information.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Some are essential for the site to work properly, while others help us measure visits or remember your preferences. You can block or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings, although a few features may not work as expected afterwards.

Sharing With Others

We only share information with trusted service providers who help us run the site, such as hosting or visitor statistics services. They may use it only to perform tasks on our behalf. We may also disclose information where the law requires it or to protect the rights and safety of our visitors.

Keeping Your Data Safe

We take sensible steps to protect your information, including secure connections and restricted access. No online system is completely risk-free, but we work to keep your details safe and hold them only for as long as they are genuinely needed.

Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

ask for a copy of the information we hold about you;
request corrections to anything inaccurate;
ask us to delete your information;
object to or limit how it is used;
withdraw consent you have previously given.

You also have the right to complain to your local data protection authority.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect new practices or legal requirements. Any changes will appear on this page, so it is worth checking back occasionally.

Get in Touch

If you have a question about your privacy or want to use any of your rights, email us at info@iba.org.uk or use our Contact page. We aim to respond promptly and helpfully.