PrivacyPolicy

Last updated: 1st of February 2026

1. Data Controller

BADO acts as the data controller for the personal data we collect and process.

Contact details:

2. Personal Data We Collect

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

2.1 Identity and Contact Information

  • Full name
  • Address
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Business name and registration details

2.2 Professional Information

  • Qualifications, certifications, and licences (including CAA permissions)
  • Insurance details
  • Equipment information
  • Work history and experience

2.3 Membership and Account Information

  • Membership status
  • Payment records (excluding full card details)
  • Communications with BADO
  • Contract participation history

2.4 Technical Data

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Usage data relating to our website

2.5 Client-Related Data (where applicable)

  • Information required to coordinate or assign contracts
  • Deliverables submitted through BADO

We do not collect special category data unless required by law.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

3.1 Membership Administration

  • Managing your membership
  • Communicating updates, notices, and operational information
  • Verifying licences, insurance, and qualifications

3.2 Contract Coordination

  • Matching members with suitable commercial opportunities
  • Sharing relevant information with clients where necessary
  • Managing payments and administrative fees

3.3 Legal and Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensuring compliance with aviation regulations
  • Maintaining accurate records
  • Responding to legal requests or obligations

3.4 Marketing and Communications

  • Sending newsletters, updates, and industry information
  • Promoting BADO activities
  • Using member content for promotional purposes only with prior written consent

3.5 Website and Service Improvement

  • Monitoring website performance
  • Enhancing user experience
  • Preventing fraud or misuse

We process data only where we have a lawful basis, including consent, legitimate interests, contractual necessity, and legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share your data with:

  • Clients engaging members through BADO
  • Regulatory bodies (e.g., CAA) where required
  • Payment processors
  • Professional advisers (legal, accounting, insurance)
  • IT and hosting service providers

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

Data is shared only when necessary and always under appropriate confidentiality and data-processing agreements.

5. International Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • UK GDPR-approved adequacy decisions
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Equivalent legal protections

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including:

  • Membership records: retained for the duration of membership + 6 years
  • Contract-related data: retained for 6 years for legal and audit purposes
  • Marketing preferences: retained until you opt out

After retention periods expire, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights:

  • Right of access – request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to erasure – request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to certain types of processing
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact: info@bado.uk

8. Security of Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Encrypted storage
  • Access controls
  • Secure servers
  • Regular security reviews

However, no system is completely secure, and members should take care when transmitting information electronically.

9. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve functionality
  • Analyse usage
  • Personalise content

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

A full Cookie Policy is available on our website.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website and communications may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies before providing personal data.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or website notice.

Continued membership or use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact and Complaints

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Email: info@bado.uk

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with:

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

Website: https://ico.org.uk