PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PRIVACY POLICY CAREFULLY.

Behind Closed Drawers – Privacy Policy

Behind Closed Drawers (BCD) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information in connection with our events, services, and online platforms.

By applying for a stall, attending an event, or interacting with BCD online, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

BCD reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on our website, and continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

1. Information We Collect

  • BCD collects personal information necessary for the operation of our events and services, including but not limited to:

    • name;

    • email address;

    • phone number;

    • social media handles (if provided voluntarily);

    • information supplied in stallholder applications, payment records, or communications.

  • We may also collect images or video of stallholders, stalls, or stallholder items taken at events for promotional, marketing, or administrative purposes.

2. How We Collect Information

  • Personal information is collected directly from you when you:

    • submit an application;

    • make a booking or payment;

    • communicate with us by email or social media;

    • provide images or promotional materials;

    • attend a BCD event.

  • We may also collect optional information through feedback forms or voluntary marketing interactions.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • BCD uses your personal information strictly for purposes connected with operating the Behind Closed Drawers market, including:

    • processing applications and bookings;

    • communicating essential event information, updates or changes;

    • administering payments, stall allocations, and event logistics;

    • promoting events, stallholders, and community engagement (where images have been provided or captured);

    • maintaining internal records and administrative processes.

  • Personal information will not be sold, traded, or disclosed to third parties except as allowed under this Policy or as required by law.

4. Image Use and Consent

  • Images or video captured by BCD at events may be used for promotional, advertising, or publicity purposes in print or online.

  • By applying for and/or attending a BCD event, stallholders consent to the use of such images for these purposes.

  • If you wish to request that an image of you not be used publicly, please contact BCD and we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

  • BCD may disclose personal information to trusted third-party service providers solely for the purpose of operating our event or managing communications (e.g., email platforms, payment processors).

    • These providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

  • BCD will not disclose your personal information to any other third party unless:

    • required or authorised by law;

    • you provide consent;

    • disclosure is necessary to prevent a serious threat to a person’s health or safety.

6. Data Quality and Access

  • BCD takes reasonable steps to ensure that the personal information we hold is accurate and up-to-date.

  • You may request access to, or correction of, the personal information we hold about you by contacting us directly. We will take reasonable steps to comply with your request unless restricted by law.

7. Security of Your Information

  • BCD takes reasonable measures to protect personal information from loss, unauthorised access, misuse, modification or disclosure.

  • Access to personal information is limited to BCD staff or volunteers directly involved in event administration.

  • While we take precautions, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure. BCD is not liable for breaches or access arising from factors beyond our reasonable control.

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

  • Our website or social media pages may contain links to external websites.

  • BCD is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data handling policies of external websites.

9. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, requests for access or correction, or image-related enquiries, please use our contact form here: