Privacy Policy for Random Access Meadery
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Random Access Meadery (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website, make purchases, or interact with us.
By using our website, you agree to the terms in this policy.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
1.1 Personal Information
When you interact with our website, contact us, or make a purchase, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Postal address
Phone number
Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers; we do not store card details)
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you browse our site, we may collect:
IP address
Device information
Browser type
Pages visited and time spent
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
1.3 Order & Account Information
If you purchase from us or create an account, we process:
Order history
Delivery information
Account login details (hashed for security)
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Process and deliver orders
Respond to enquiries and customer service requests
Improve website functionality and user experience
Send important service updates
(With your consent) Send promotional emails or offers
Prevent fraud and maintain security
Comply with legal obligations
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3. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)
We process your information under the following lawful bases:
Contract – to fulfil your orders
Consent – for marketing communications
Legal obligation – accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements
Legitimate interest – to improve our services and protect our website
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4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your data.
We may share your information with:
Payment processors (e.g., GoDaddy Payments, PayPal, Stripe)
Delivery companies (e.g., Royal Mail, courier services)
Website hosting providers (e.g., GoDaddy)
Legal authorities if required by law
All third parties are required to handle your data securely and only for the purposes specified.
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5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to:
Keep the website functioning correctly
Analyse site performance
Improve user experience
Remember preferences
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
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6. Data Retention
We keep your data only as long as necessary for:
Order fulfilment
Customer service
Legal and accounting obligations
Marketing data is kept until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
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7. Data Security
We protect your data with:
Encrypted connections (SSL)
Secure storage practices
Restricted access
Industry-standard website security measures
However, no online transmission is 100% secure.
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8. Your Rights (UK GDPR)
You have the right to:
Access the data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion (“Right to be forgotten”)
Object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Request a copy of your data (“data portability”)
To exercise your rights, contact us at:
contact@randomaccessmeadery.co.uk
(or provide your preferred contact email)
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9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18, as we sell alcohol.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
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10. International Transfers
If we transfer your data outside the UK, we ensure adequate safeguards such as:
UK-approved Standard Contractual Clauses
Transfers to countries with approved data protection frameworks
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11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
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12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us:
Random Access Meadery
Email: ethan@randomaccessmeadery.co.uk
Website: www.randomaccessmeadery.co.uk
Random Access Meadery
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