Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Cork Digital Growth Academy collects, uses, and protects personal information for visitors in Ireland. We operate under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information we collect

We collect information when you submit a contact form, request a workshop plan, or communicate with us directly. This can include your name, email address, phone number, business name, and details you provide in your message.

We also collect limited technical data when you browse the site, such as IP address, device type, browser version, and page interaction signals. This data helps us maintain security and improve performance.

How we use your information

  • Respond to enquiries and provide requested training information.
  • Prepare a tailored marketing workshop outline or service proposal.
  • Maintain records of communications for service delivery.
  • Improve website performance and usability.
  • Protect the site from misuse and security threats.

We do not sell or rent personal data. We only use your data for the purposes stated above and in accordance with Irish data protection requirements.

Legal basis for processing

We process personal data based on legitimate interests when responding to enquiries and improving our services. When you submit a form, the legal basis is consent and the steps needed to provide a requested service. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Data retention

We retain personal data only as long as needed for the purposes outlined in this policy. Contact form information is stored for a reasonable period to manage enquiries and service requests. If no ongoing service is required, we remove or anonymise data within 24 months.

Third-party services and hosting

We use reputable hosting providers and security services to keep the website reliable. Our site is protected by Cloudflare, which may process technical data such as IP addresses, request headers, and performance information. Cloudflare acts as a data processor to help secure and accelerate the site.

We may also use analytics tools to understand overall site performance. Analytics data is aggregated and used for internal insights only.

Your rights under GDPR

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You can also request data portability, restrict processing, or object to how we use your data. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

If you believe your data has been processed unlawfully, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission in Ireland.

Security measures

We implement technical and organisational measures to protect data against unauthorised access, alteration, or loss. These measures include secure hosting, encryption in transit, access controls, and monitoring.

Updates to this policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this page.

For any questions about this policy, email us at [email protected].