Privacy Policy

Advanced Dog Owner Initiative (ADOI)

Last updated: February 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how the Advanced Dog Owner Initiative (“ADOI”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you contact us.

Because our website includes a call‑to‑action to email us, we may receive personal data you choose to send. We are committed to handling that information responsibly and securely.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

If you contact us by email, we may collect:

  • Your first and last name

  • Your email address

  • Your phone number

  • Your industry of work

  • Any information you include in your message

We do not collect any additional data automatically unless stated otherwise in the future.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We only use the information you provide to:

  • Respond to your message

  • Provide information you’ve requested

  • Follow up on conversations where appropriate

We do not use your data for marketing unless you explicitly ask to join a mailing list.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your data on the basis of:

  • Legitimate interests — to respond to enquiries you send to us

  • Consent — if you ask to receive ongoing updates or communications

5. How We Store and Protect Your Data

Your email and any related correspondence are stored securely in our email system.
We take reasonable measures to prevent unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

We do not sell, lease, or trade your personal information with third parties.

6. How Long We Keep Your Data

We keep your emails and contact form messages only for as long as necessary to:

  • Manage and respond to your enquiry

  • Maintain basic records if needed for organisational purposes

You may request deletion at any time.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Request a copy of your personal data

  • Ask us to correct inaccurate information

  • Ask us to delete your data

  • Withdraw consent (where consent is used)

To exercise your rights, email us here.

8. Sharing Your Personal Data

We do not share your information with third parties unless:

  • It is required by law, or

  • You explicitly ask us to (e.g., put you in touch with a trainer or assessor)

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as our services or legal requirements change.
The “Last updated” date will reflect any revisions.

10. Contact Us

For questions or privacy-related requests, please email us here.