Data Protection & Privacy

BMD Publishing is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This page outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Who We Are

BMD Publishing is an Irish-based company providing digital platforms and services. We act as a data controller in respect of personal data collected through this website and our services.

2. What Data We Collect

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

– Contact information (such as name and email address)
– Account information where applicable
– Usage data relating to how our website or services are accessed and used
– Communications sent to us directly

3. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data only where necessary and for legitimate purposes, including:

– Providing and maintaining our services
– Responding to enquiries or support requests
– Improving our website and services
– Complying with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

– Consent
– Performance of a contract
– Legal obligations
– Legitimate interests, where these do not override your rights

5. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Data is stored securely and access is limited to authorised personnel only.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal data. We may share data with trusted third-party service providers where necessary to deliver our services, subject to appropriate data protection safeguards.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

– The right to access your personal data
– The right to rectify inaccurate data
– The right to erase your data (where applicable)
– The right to restrict or object to processing
– The right to data portability

9. Contact and Complaints

If you have any questions about how your data is handled, you can contact us at admin@bmdpublishing.ie.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission in Ireland.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.