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Privacy Policy

This privacy policy describes how the British Cane Corso Society (BCCS) collects, uses and protects personal information provided by visitors to our website and members in accordance with UK data protection law.

Last updated: 15 February 2026
 

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how the British Cane Corso Society (BCCS) collects, uses, stores and protects personal data provided by visitors to our website and members of our society.

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We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information responsibly in accordance with UK data protection law, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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For the purposes of data protection law, the British Cane Corso Society is the data controller of personal information collected through this website.

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What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

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Information You Provide Directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Postal address

  • Telephone number

  • Membership application details

  • Event booking information

  • Any information submitted via contact forms
     

Website Usage Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and interaction data

  • Cookies and analytics data
     

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

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  • Respond to enquiries and communications

  • Process membership applications and renewals

  • Administer events, bookings and services

  • Send society updates, newsletters or relevant communications

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

  • Improve the functionality and user experience of our website
     

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

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Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

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  • Consent (where you have agreed to receive communications)

  • Contract (to fulfil membership or event obligations)

  • Legal obligation (where required by law)

  • Legitimate interests (to operate and improve our society and website responsibly)
     

Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytical information.

Cookies may be used to:

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  • Improve website functionality

  • Analyse visitor behaviour

  • Support booking and membership systems
     

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

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Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.

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However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party service providers (such as website hosting, analytics platforms, booking systems, or payment processors) to operate our website and services.

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These providers may process personal data on our behalf and are expected to maintain appropriate data protection standards.

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How Long We Keep Your Information

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including membership administration, legal compliance and legitimate organisational needs.

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Your Rights

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

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data (in certain circumstances)

  • Object to or restrict certain types of processing

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
     

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

British Cane Corso Society (BCCS)
Email: britishconecorsosociety@gmail.com
Website: https://www.britishcanecorsosociety.co.uk/contact

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