Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 21, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy applies to The BBDA (“we,” “us,” “our”) and describes how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit https://www.thebbda.com/ or interact with us online.

By using our site, you consent to the practices described below.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact forms: Name, email, phone, and any message content when you submit inquiries.

  • Newsletter sign-ups: Email address and name.

  • Event registrations or applications: Relevant details such as name, professional affiliation, location.

b. Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage data: IP address, browser type, device, page views, referral URLs, navigation patterns.

  • Cookies and similar tracking: Collected for functionality, analytics, and marketing purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide services and respond to inquiries

  • To send newsletters or updates, if you opt in

  • To analyze and improve our site and offerings

  • To ensure site security and functionality

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use:

  • Essential cookies for website operation

  • Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand usage

  • Optional functionality or marketing cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through browser settings, though some features may be affected.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your data. We may share it:

  • With service providers (e.g., email hosts, analytics tools)

  • When required by law, such as legal obligations or investigations

  • To protect rights or safety

  • With consent, if you agree to specific sharing

6. Legal Basis & Consent

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, update, or delete your personal data

  • Opt out of marketing communications

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent (where processing is based on it)

  • GDPR users may request data portability

To exercise any rights, contact us using details below. We aim to respond within 30 days or as required by law.

8. Data Retention & Security

  • Retention: We keep data only as long as necessary to fulfill purposes or comply with law.

  • Security measures: We use SSL/TLS encryption, firewalls, restricted access, and industry-standard protocols to protect your data.

9. International Data Transfers

If you're outside the U.S., note that data may be transferred to servers or service providers in the U.S., which may have different privacy standards. We rely on standard safeguards like contractual clauses or equivalency decisions.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our site is not directed at individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have such information, contact us to request deletion.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted here with an updated “Last updated” date.

12. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

The BBDA
Email: privacy@thebbda.com
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13. Where to Display

  • Link placed in website footer.

  • Link included on forms collecting personal data (e.g., contact form, newsletter signup).

Why This Policy Matters

  • Builds trust and demonstrates transparency.

  • Complies with essential U.S. (CalOPPA), EU (GDPR), and general Fair Information Practices TIME+2securiti.ai+2Termly+2.

  • Meets expectations from third-party tools like Google Analytics and mail services termsfeed.com.

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 21, 2025

At The Bluebell Detective Agency (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, www.thebbda.com.

By using this website, you agree to the practices outlined below.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Your name and email address when you sign up for our newsletter or fill out a contact form

  • Any message content or additional details you share

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you browse the site, we may collect:

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, and other device identifiers

  • Site activity and usage patterns

  • Cookie and tracking data (see below)

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Send occasional updates or newsletters (if you opt in)

  • Improve our website and understand visitor engagement

  • Maintain the security and functionality of the site

We do not sell your personal data.

3. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us:

  • Analyze website traffic and trends

  • Store user preferences

  • Improve functionality

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information:

  • With trusted service providers (such as email services or analytics platforms)

  • When required by law or to protect our rights

  • With your consent

We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access or correct your data

  • Request deletion

  • Withdraw consent for email communications

  • Object to or restrict certain types of data processing

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

6. Data Retention and Security

We retain your information only as long as needed for the purposes outlined above. We take appropriate steps to safeguard your data using encryption and secure systems.

7. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that we’ve collected such information, we will delete it.

8. International Visitors

If you’re accessing this website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to servers in the U.S. By using our site, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy, please contact:

The Bluebell Detective Agency
Email: theBBDA@yahoo.com
Website: https://www.thebbda.com