Privacy Policy

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Privacy Notice

Effective Date: 04 March 2026

1. Who We Are

Braes & Burgh Genealogy is a professional genealogical research service based in Scotland.

Data Controller: Elizabeth Grady

Email: ElizabethGrady@braesandburghsgenealogy.co.uk

ICO Registration Number: ZC089659

Braes & Burgh Genealogy is committed to protecting your personal data and handling it responsibly and transparently in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. The Information We Collect

A. Website Visitors

When you visit our website, we may collect:

Your name and email address (if you complete a contact form)

Information included in your enquiry

Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited (via cookies)

B. Clients

When you engage our services, we may collect:

Your name, postal address, email address and telephone number

Details relating to your genealogical enquiry

Names, dates and locations concerning family members (including living individuals where relevant)

Copies of certificates, records, photographs, and family trees

Payment and invoicing details

C. Newsletter Subscribers (if applicable)

Name and email address

Communication preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

Provide commissioned genealogical research services

Communicate with you regarding your enquiry or research project

Prepare research reports and supporting documentation

Issue invoices and maintain financial records

Improve website performance and user experience

Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Braes & Burgh Genealogy does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.