Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

“The Association of Independent Tour Operators” takes your privacy seriously. This privacy policy describes how and why we obtain, store and process data which can identify you. We may update this policy from time to time and you should check back regularly to ensure you agree with the information detailed in the policy.

2. The Information we collect

Information is collected from you when you register with us, or when you contribute to or use some of the advanced features on the site.  The information we collect is clearly set out on the web page on which we collect it.  In addition, we may collect your IP address and use cookies unless you configure your web browser not to accept them.

3. Cookie Policy

Like most websites, our site makes use of cookies. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer when you browse websites. If you want to find out more about what cookies are, we suggest you visit www.aboutcookies.org.

AITO uses 1st party cookies which enable us to carry out analysis of statistics on the website; for example how many visitors visited a certain page. This enables us to enhance your experience of the website in the future as we can make improvements to the site using these statistics.

Third party functions: Where our site may include some functionality provided by third parties, disabling these cookies will mean your ability to register or view information is likely to be restricted.

We do not use cookies to collect any personally identifiable information or sensitive information (without your express permission).

If you wish to de-activate cookies on our site but continue to use it, you can modify cookies in your browser settings.

By using the AITO website you agree to accept that any information we collect is at your approval and that you accept the AITO Privacy Policy.

4. Who we disclose it to

4.1 We will only pass on information about you as an individual (as opposed to aggregate information) to third parties to enable us to perform services requested by you or with your prior consent.

4.2 If you give your consent, we will pass your contact details to third parties who may then occasionally send communications to you to provide information, offers and services that may be of interest to you.

4.3 In certain circumstances we may need to disclose information about you if you breach this privacy policy or if you breach the Terms and Conditions.  We may also disclose or access your account if required to do so by law or by any Governmental body.

5. Data Protection

The Association of Independent Tour Operators is registered with the Information Commissioner in the UK as a “data controller” in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998.  Further details of the registration are available at  www.dpr.gov.uk.

6. Security

Keeping information about you secure is very important to us and certain sections of the site may encrypt data using SSL or a comparable standard. However, no data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be totally secure. As a result, whilst we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information which you send to us, and you do so at your own risk.

7. Automated decisions

Parts of www.aito.co.uk are automatic and we may process your personal data as part of www.aito.co.uk .

8. Accessing and updating your personal information

 We will always let you have a copy of personal information we have about you, should you request it, and you may correct it if you wish.  For instructions about how to do this are available from info@aito.co.uk

9. Questions?

If you have any questions or complaints relating to this Privacy Policy or how we use the personal information we have about you, please contact info@aito.co.uk   We will endeavour to respond to you promptly.   

The Association of Independent Tour Operators Limited
Registered in England No2614755
Registered office: Studio 3, The Quays, Concordia Street, Leeds, LS1 4ES, England