Privacy policy

Effective Date: August 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how BarryTheBrave.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website or purchase products and services from us.

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

BarryTheBrave.com is a UK-based website offering practical information, products, and services related to Cairn Terriers and wire-coated terriers.

Contact details: Email: mail@barrythebrave.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Identity and Contact Data — name, email address, phone number (when you contact us, place an order, or enquire about stud services)

  • Order and Transaction Data — details of products or services purchased, billing and delivery addresses

  • Payment Data — processed securely by third-party payment providers (we do not store full card details)

  • Technical and Usage Data — IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring website (collected via analytics tools)

  • Marketing and Communication Data — preferences for receiving emails or newsletters (only if you opt in)

  • Stud or Puppies Enquiry Data — information you provide when enquiring about stud service

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

3. How We Use Your Data and Legal Bases

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

Processing and fulfilling orders - Performance of a contract

Responding to enquiries - Legitimate interests / Consent

Providing digital products & courses - Performance of a contract

Improving the website and user experience

Legitimate interests

Sending marketing emails (if opted in) - Consent

Complying with legal obligations - Legal obligation

Preventing fraud and protecting the site - Legitimate interests

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (including Google Analytics and, where applicable, advertising pixels) to understand how visitors use the Website and to improve performance.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Essential cookies required for the site to function cannot be disabled.

5. Who We Share Your Data With

We only share your personal data with trusted third parties when necessary, including:

  • Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)

  • Website hosting and analytics providers

  • Email and marketing platforms (only if you have consented)

  • Professional advisers or authorities when required by law

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

6. International Transfers

Some of our service providers may process data outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Order and transaction records: usually 6–7 years (for tax and accounting purposes)

  • Enquiry and contact data: for a reasonable period after the last communication

  • Marketing data: until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent

  • Analytics data: according to the retention settings of the tools we use

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (in certain circumstances)

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at mail@barrythebrave.com.

9. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Payment information is handled by secure third-party providers.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to BarryTheBrave.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

Email:mail@barrythebrave.com