Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

The Fishing Around platform is provided by:

Fishing Around the UK CIC
("Fishing Around" or "the Platform")

Fishing Around the UK CIC acts as the data controller in respect of personal data collected through the platform.

2. Platform Operation

The platform is operated on behalf of Fishing Around the UK CIC by Fishing Around Ltd, which provides technical, operational, and payment processing services. Fishing Around Ltd processes personal data on behalf of the platform in order to support its operation.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use the platform.

Personal Information

This may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Home address
• Profile photograph (where provided)
• Account login information

Booking Information

Information relating to permit bookings may include:

• Permit purchase details
• Fishery location and date
• Booking history

Technical Information

When using the platform, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Device type
• Browser information
• Usage data relating to the platform

Conservation and Fishery Data

Where applicable, the platform may collect:

• Catch return data
• Fishery usage data
• Conservation monitoring information

This data may be used to support responsible fisheries management and conservation outcomes.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use personal data to:

• Create and manage user profiles
• Provide access to user dashboards and platform features
• Process permit bookings
• Communicate booking confirmations and account-related information
• Provide customer support
• Improve the platform and services
• Support fisheries management and conservation initiatives
• Support compliance, enforcement, and the protection of fisheries
• Enable identity verification where required (including use of profile photographs where applicable)
• Send service-related communications to users

Where users have opted in, we may also send newsletters and updates relating to the platform.

5. Profile Requirement

Users are required to complete their profile before purchasing permits through the platform. This ensures that:

• Accurate information is held for permit validation
• Fisheries can verify permit holders where necessary
• Users can access their personal dashboard and booking history

6. Communications

7. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data may be processed under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Performance of a contract (permit bookings and platform access)
• Legitimate interests (platform operation, fisheries management, and enforcement)
• Legal obligations
• User consent (for newsletters and optional communications)

8. Payment Processing

9. Sharing Information

We may share information where necessary with:

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

10. Data Sharing for Fisheries Management and Enforcement

Fishing Around may share limited permit and user information with authorised bodies and individuals where this is necessary to support fisheries management, protection, and lawful use of waters.

This may include:

• Fisheries management organisations
• Fishery boards and regulatory bodies
• Authorised fisheries officers, bailiffs, or enforcement personnel

Such data sharing may occur for purposes including:

• Verification of valid permits
• Identification of permit holders where required (including use of profile photographs where applicable)
• Prevention and investigation of unauthorised fishing
• Enforcement of fishery rules and regulations
• Protection of fisheries and conservation interests
• Supporting compliance with applicable laws

Access to this information is:

• Restricted to authorised personnel only
• Provided only where there is a legitimate and necessary requirement
• Subject to appropriate safeguards and data governance controls

Where appropriate, access to such data may be logged and monitored to ensure accountability and proper use.

Fishing Around ensures that any such data sharing is proportionate, necessary, and carried out in accordance with UK data protection law.

11. Data Retention

Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. Retention periods may depend on:

• Legal requirements
• Financial record keeping obligations
• Fisheries management and conservation needs

12. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect personal data from:

• Unauthorised access
• Loss
• Misuse

13. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, individuals may have rights including:

• The right to access personal data
• The right to request correction of inaccurate data
• The right to request deletion of personal data
• The right to restrict processing
• The right to object to certain types of processing

Requests relating to personal data may be submitted via the platform.

14. Cookies and Platform Analytics

The platform may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Improve platform functionality
• Analyse usage patterns
• Enhance user experience

Users may manage cookie settings through their browser preferences.

15. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes to platform operations or legal requirements.

16. Contact

Questions relating to this Privacy Policy or personal data may be submitted via the Fishing Around platform.