This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you visit and use our website. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that any personal information you provide is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

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1. Who We Are

This website is operated by G&T (NTH LINCS) LTD T.A: The Blue Dog (referred to as "we", "us", or "our").

* 13 Glanford Crescent, Hibaldstow, DN15 9PU
* admin@thebluedogpub.com
* 01724 379220

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us using the details above.

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2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

a) Information You Provide via the Contact Form

When you submit an enquiry through our contact form, we may collect:

* Your name
* Your email address
* Your telephone number (if provided)
* Any additional information you include in your message

This information is provided voluntarily and is used solely for the purpose of responding to your enquiry.

b) Information Collected Automatically (Cookies and Usage Data)

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies, including:

* IP address
* Browser type and version
* Device type and operating system
* Pages visited and time spent on the website
* Referring website addresses

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3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use personal data for the following purposes:

* To respond to enquiries submitted via our contact form
* To communicate with you where necessary in relation to your enquiry
* To operate, maintain, and improve our website
* To monitor and analyse website usage and performance
* To ensure website security and prevent misuse
* To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

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4. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following lawful bases:

* Consent: Where you have given clear consent, such as submitting information via the contact form
* Legitimate interests: Where processing is necessary for the operation, security, and improvement of our website, and where     such interests are not overridden by your rights
* Legal obligation: Where processing is required to comply with legal requirements

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5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users and to improve your experience.

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help us to:

* Understand how visitors use our website
* Improve website functionality and performance
* Monitor traffic and usage patterns

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.

Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

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6. Sharing of Personal Data

We may share your personal data with trusted third parties where necessary, including:

* Website hosting providers
* Analytics or technical service providers
* Professional advisers such as legal or accounting professionals
* Regulatory or law enforcement authorities where legally required

All third parties are required to process personal data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

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7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

While we take reasonable steps to protect personal data, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

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8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including responding to enquiries and meeting legal or regulatory requirements.

Data submitted via the contact form will be securely deleted once it is no longer required.

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9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

* Request access to your personal data
* Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
* Request erasure of your personal data
* Object to or request restriction of processing
* Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
* Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 1.

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10. Third-Party Links

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

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11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last updated" date will be revised accordingly.

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12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact us:

Email: admin@thebluedogpub.com