Privacy and Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 2025-06-11
Last Updated: 2025-06-11

1. Introduction

Welcome to bdwjb.com ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.bdwjb.com (the "Site"). Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it.

By accessing or using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy and Cookie Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us through forms or email
  • Participate in surveys or promotions
  • Make purchases or transactions

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
  • Demographic information
  • Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • IP address and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referral URLs
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Device identifiers
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

  • Providing and maintaining our services
  • Communicating with you about our services
  • Sending promotional materials and newsletters (with your consent)
  • Improving our website and user experience
  • Analyzing usage patterns and trends
  • Complying with legal obligations
  • Preventing fraud and enhancing security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or serving users, provided they agree to maintain confidentiality.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or in response to valid legal processes, such as subpoenas or court orders.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4.4 Protection of Rights

We may disclose information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and allow certain features to function properly.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.

Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.

Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

5.3 Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party companies to place cookies on our Site for analytics, advertising, and other purposes. These companies have their own privacy policies governing their use of information.

5.4 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Site. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific sites
  • Block all cookies

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data transmission protocols

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access to your personal data
  • Correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion of your personal data
  • Restriction of processing
  • Data portability
  • Objection to processing
  • Withdrawal of consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our Site from outside our operating jurisdiction, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries with different data protection laws. We will take appropriate measures to ensure adequate protection of your information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our Site and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy and Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: jim.banks@spadesmedia.com
Mailing Address:
Digital Marketing Stories (d/b/a Spades Media Limited)
11 Ridgeway Road
Salisbury
Wiltshire
United Kingdom

Phone: +1 (347) 674-5789

14. Consent

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy and Cookie Policy.