Privacy policy

(Last updated: [21..09.2024])

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Diarmuid Gavin Garden Design (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or use our websites: driumidgavin.com, driumidgavin.ie, and driumidgavin.co.uk (collectively referred to as the “Websites”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is protected.

By using our Websites, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Websites.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal data that you provide to us, as well as information collected automatically when you use our Websites.

Information You Provide to Us:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
Consultation Information: Project details, site photographs, and other information relevant to our consultation services.
Payment Information: Billing information (if applicable) for the services you request.

Information Collected Automatically:

Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Websites, including IP addresses, browser types, referring pages, and pages visited.

Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Websites. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for further details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected for the following purposes:

Providing Services: To process your consultation requests, deliver services, and communicate with you.
Improving Our Websites: To monitor and improve the functionality, security, and performance of our Websites.

Marketing and Communication: To send promotional offers, newsletters, and updates about our services, if you have opted in to receive such communications.
Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, enforce our policies, and protect the rights, property, or safety of Diarmuid Gavin Garden Design and our users.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our Websites and delivering services, such as payment processors or hosting services.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, or in response to legal requests from public authorities, to protect our legal rights or comply with legal obligations.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our business, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4. Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

5. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When your information is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymise it.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.

Rectification: You may request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.

Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal information where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your data, including for marketing purposes.

Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 9.

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse site traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. For more details on our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy (link to the cookie policy).

8. Third-Party Links

Our Websites may contain links to third-party websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites before providing your personal information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy laws, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@driumidgavin.com

Postal Address:
Diarmuid Gavin Garden Design
[Insert Business Address]
Ireland / United Kingdom


10. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal information.
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This Privacy Policy is structured to meet compliance standards across multiple regions, including the GDPR in the UK and EU, while being simple and clear for users. Let me know if you’d like to modify or add specific sections.