Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy outlines how Ardowen collects, uses, and protects personal data in accordance with Irish law, including the Data Protection Acts 1988 to 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our clients, partners, and employees.
1. Data Controller Information
Ardowen is the data controller responsible for processing your personal data. For inquiries, please contact us:
- Address: ARDOWEN LIMITED, RATHLEEK GLEBE, RATHLEEK, DUNBOYNE CO MEATH A86 TY46
- Email: info@ardowen.com
- Phone: +353-1-2337799
2. Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
- Contact Information: Name, address, email, and phone number.
- Business Information: Company details, job title, and professional correspondence.
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and interaction with our services.
- Financial Information: Billing and payment details where applicable.
- Special Categories of Data: Only when explicitly necessary and with your consent.
3. How We Use Your Data
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide our services and communicate with you.
- To fulfill contractual obligations.
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- To improve our products, services, and website.
- For marketing communications, where consent has been provided.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: When you have provided explicit consent for specific purposes.
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill the terms of a contract.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and maintain business operations.
5. Data Sharing
We do not share your personal data with third parties except:
- When required by law or regulatory authorities.
- With trusted service providers who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
- In connection with business transfers, such as mergers or acquisitions.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. After this period, data is securely deleted.
7. Data Security
We employ robust security measures to protect personal data, including encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments. Our primary jurisdiction for data storage and processing is Ireland.
8. Your Rights
Under Irish law and GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to your personal data.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal limitations).
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another controller.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for specific processing activities.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We aim to respond within one month.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.
10. Complaints
If you believe your rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission:
For questions or further information, please contact us at info@ardowen.com.
