Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

This privacy policy applies between you, the User of this Website, and Blackbird Couriers Limited, the owner and provider of this Website.

Blackbird Couriers Limited takes the privacy of your information very seriously. This privacy policy applies to our use of any and all Data collected by us or provided by you in relation to your use of the Website or during your time as a client of Blackbird Couriers Limited.

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Definitions and Interpretation 

In this privacy policy, the following definitions are used:
Data: Collectively, all information that you submit to Blackbird Couriers Limited. This definition incorporates, where applicable, the definitions provided in the Data Protection Laws.
Data Protection Laws: Any applicable law relating to the processing of personal Data, including but not limited to Directive 96/46/EC (Data Protection Directive) or the GDPR, and any national implementing laws, regulations and secondary legislation, for as long as the GDPR is effective in the UK.
GDPR: The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679.
Blackbird Couriers Limited, We, or Us: A company incorporated in England and Wales with registered number 16375329.
User or You: Any third party that accesses the Website and is not either (i) employed by Blackbird Couriers Limited or (ii) engaged as a consultant or otherwise providing services to Blackbird Couriers Limited.
Website: The website that you are currently using, www.BlackbirdCouriers.uk, and any sub-domains of this site unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.

In this privacy policy, unless the context requires a different interpretation:
a. The singular includes the plural and vice versa.
b. References to sub-clauses, clauses, schedules or appendices are to those of this privacy policy.
c. A reference to a person includes firms, companies, government entities, trusts and partnerships.
d. Reference to any statutory provision includes any modification or amendment of it.

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Scope of This Privacy Policy 

This privacy policy applies only to the actions of Blackbird Couriers Limited and Users with respect to this Website. It does not extend to any websites that can be accessed from this Website, including any links we may provide to social media websites.

For purposes of the applicable Data Protection Laws, Blackbird Couriers Limited is the "data controller". This means that Blackbird Couriers Limited determines the purposes for which, and the manner in which, your Data is processed.

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Data Collected 

We may collect the following Data, which includes personal Data, from you:
a. Name
b. Gender
c. Job title
d. Contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers
e. Trade references, data on the type of courier services you require, and the typical volume of shipments you send
In each case, in accordance with this privacy policy.

 

How We Collect Data 

We collect Data in the following ways:
a. Data is given to us by you
b. Data is collected automatically

Data Given to Us by You
Blackbird Couriers Limited collects your Data in a number of ways, for example:
a. When you contact us through the Website, by telephone, post, email or any other means
b. When you register with us and set up an account to receive our products/services
c. When you make payments to us
d. When you use our services
In each case, in accordance with this privacy policy.

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Data Collected Automatically

To the extent that you access the Website, we will collect your Data automatically. For example, we automatically collect some information about your visit to the Website. This includes your IP address, the date, times and frequency with which you access the Website, and how you use and interact with its content.

 

Our Use of Data

Any or all of the above Data may be required by us from time to time to provide you with the best possible service and experience. Specifically, Data may be used for:

Internal record keeping
In each case, in accordance with this privacy policy.

We may use your Data for the above purposes if we deem it necessary for our legitimate interests. You have the right to object in certain circumstances (see "Your Rights" below).

When you register with us and set up an account, the legal basis for processing is the performance of a contract between you and us and/or taking steps at your request to enter into such a contract.

 

Keeping Data Secure

We use technical and organisational measures to safeguard your Data, for example:
a. Access to your account is controlled by a password and username unique to you
b. We store your Data on secure servers
c. Payment details are encrypted using SSL technology

We also have measures in place to deal with any suspected data breach. If you suspect any misuse or loss or unauthorised access to your Data, contact us immediately at: info@BlackbirdCouriers.uk

 

Data Retention

Unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law, we will only retain your Data as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this privacy policy or until you request deletion.

Even if we delete your Data, it may remain on backup or archival media for legal, tax or regulatory purposes.

 

Your Rights

You have the following rights in relation to your Data:
a. Right to access – request copies of the information we hold or ask us to modify, update, or delete it
b. Right to correct – request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete Data
c. Right to erase – request deletion of your Data
d. Right to restrict – block or limit our use of your Data
e. Right to data portability – request that we move, copy or transfer your Data
f. Right to object – object to our use of your Data, including where used for legitimate interests

To exercise any of your rights or withdraw your consent (if applicable), contact us at: info@BlackbirdCouriers.uk

If you're not satisfied with how your Data is handled, you may contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk/

Please ensure your Data is accurate and up to date. Notify us of any changes during the period we hold your Data.

 

Links to Other Websites

This Website may contain links to other websites. We have no control over such websites and are not responsible for their content. Review their privacy policies before using them.

 

Changes in Business Ownership and Control

Blackbird Couriers Limited may expand or reduce its business, which could involve the sale or transfer of control of part or all of the company. Data relevant to any part of our business transferred will be passed on and used in accordance with this policy.

We may also disclose Data to a prospective purchaser.

We will take steps to ensure your privacy is protected in such instances.

 

General

You may not transfer your rights under this privacy policy. We may transfer ours if we believe your rights will not be affected.

If any provision of this privacy policy is found invalid, the rest shall remain in effect.

No delay or failure in exercising any right or remedy will be considered a waiver of that right.

This Agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales. All disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English and Welsh courts.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

Blackbird Couriers Limited may update this policy as needed or required by law. Changes will be posted on the Website, and continued use of the Website will be deemed acceptance.

Contact
Email: info@BlackbirdCouriers.uk