PRIVACY POLICY
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding your data.
Last Updated: [25/06/2026]
Yorkshire Brides ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you visit www.yorkshirebrides.co.uk, submit enquiries, create an account, advertise your business, or otherwise interact with our services.
WHO WE ARE
Yorkshire Brides is a wedding planning and supplier directory website serving couples and wedding suppliers throughout Yorkshire.
Data Controller: Yorkshire Brides
Email: hello@yorkshirebrides.co.uk
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect and process the following personal information:
Information you provide directly:
• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Wedding date and wedding planning details
• Supplier enquiry information
• Business and advertising enquiry information
• Account registration information
• Communications sent to us
• Reviews, comments and feedback
Payment information:
Where payments are made through our website, payment details are processed securely by authorised payment providers. We do not store full payment card details on our servers.
Technical information collected automatically:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Website usage information
• Pages visited
• Session duration
• Referring website information
• Cookie and tracking information
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your personal information to:
• Provide and operate our website and services
• Process enquiries submitted through our website
• Connect couples with relevant wedding suppliers
• Manage supplier listings and advertising accounts
• Process payments and subscriptions
• Respond to enquiries and customer support requests
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Monitor website performance and security
• Send service-related communications
• Send marketing communications where you have provided consent
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
OUR LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:
Contract
Where processing is necessary to provide services, manage listings, process payments, or fulfil contractual obligations.
Legitimate Interests
To operate and improve our directory services, respond to enquiries, maintain website security, prevent fraud, and administer our business.
Consent
Where you have agreed to receive marketing communications or accepted non-essential cookies.
Legal Obligation
Where processing is necessary to comply with legal, accounting or regulatory requirements.
SHARING YOUR INFORMATION
We may share your information with:
Wedding Suppliers
Where you submit an enquiry, quotation request or contact request through Yorkshire Brides, we may share the information you provide with relevant wedding suppliers so they can contact you directly regarding your enquiry.
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our business, including website hosting, payment processing, analytics, email communications and customer support services.
Legal Authorities
We may disclose information where required by law, regulation, court order or to protect our legal rights.
We do not sell personal information to third parties.
WEBSITE HOSTING AND DATA STORAGE
Our website is hosted on Wix.com Ltd.
Your data may be stored through Wix.com's secure data storage systems, databases and applications. Wix maintains appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information.
For more information about Wix's privacy practices, please refer to Wix's Privacy Policy.
INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Some of our service providers may process information outside the United Kingdom.
Where personal data is transferred internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
DATA RETENTION
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.
Typically:
• General enquiries: up to 24 months
• Supplier enquiries: up to 24 months
• Customer account information: whilst the account remains active
• Financial and payment records: up to 6 years where legally required
• Marketing consent records: until consent is withdrawn or no longer required
MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
Where you have opted in, we may send marketing communications relating to wedding planning, suppliers, promotions and related services.
You may unsubscribe at any time by:
• Clicking the unsubscribe link in marketing emails
• Contacting us at hello@yorkshirebrides.co.uk
COOKIES
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyse traffic and personalise content.
Some cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled.
Non-essential cookies, including analytics and marketing cookies, will only be used where you have provided consent through our cookie banner.
Further information can be found in our Cookie Policy.
YOUR RIGHTS
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Restrict processing in certain circumstances
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw consent where consent is relied upon
• Request transfer of your information to another organisation
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
To exercise any of these rights, contact:
SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, disclosure or alteration.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be published on this page with the revised date shown above.
COMPLAINTS
If you are unhappy with how we handle your personal information, please contact us first so we can attempt to resolve your concerns.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
Email: casework@ico.org.uk
Telephone: 0303 123 1113