Privacy policy

Privacy & Cookie Policy

Effective from: December 21, 2020

This website is operated by BritBargain.

BritBargain takes privacy and the protection of personal data very seriously and implements appropriate measures to ensure data security in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA).

1. Data Controller

Your personal data is collected and processed by BritBargain, who acts as the data controller within the meaning of UK GDPR.

For any data-related requests, you can reach us via email: support@britbargain.com

2. Data Collection and Purpose

BritBargain collects, stores, and processes personal data for specific and lawful purposes, including:

  • Account creation
  • Order processing and fulfilment
  • Customer service requests
  • Marketing and performance analysis
  • Surveys, contests, and promotions

Data collected may include identity details (name, gender, date of birth), contact details (email, address), payment information, browsing activity, and customer communication.

3. Data Hosting

All personal data is securely hosted within the European Union.

4. Data Recipients

BritBargain is the sole recipient of your personal data and does not share it with third parties except where required by law.

Any third-party sellers on our platform are responsible for the data they collect and process when fulfilling orders.

5. Data Retention

Personal data is retained for as long as necessary for the purposes described and in compliance with legal obligations. Customer data may be retained for up to 10 years for accounting and tax purposes.

6. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access, rectify, or delete your personal data
  • Restrict or object to data processing
  • Data portability
  • Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, contact us at: support@britbargain.com

7. Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance website performance and personalise user experience.

7.1 Functional Cookies

Essential for basic site functions like cart management and secure login. These cookies are active during your session only.

7.2 User Experience Cookies

Used to improve site performance and personalise content based on your preferences. Stored for up to 13 months.

7.3 Performance Cookies

Help us detect issues, support site security, and optimise website speed. Stored for up to 13 months.

7.4 Analytics Cookies

Used for traffic measurement and to analyse user behaviour for improving website usability. Stored for up to 13 months.

7.5 Advertising Cookies

Allow us to display relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. Stored for up to 13 months.

7.6 Social Sharing Cookies

Enable content sharing via social media buttons. Social networks may collect data via these cookies if you're logged in to their platform while browsing.

Contact

Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (UK Time)

Email: support@britbargain.com