Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/05/25
At GoatBoat.ie, your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information. We are committed to ensuring that your personal data is protected in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.
1. Who We Are
GoatBoat.ie is operated by [Company Name or Individual Name], based in [Location, e.g., Dublin, Ireland]. You can contact us at:
Email: [info@goatboat.ie]
Postal Address:
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:
Name and contact details (email address, phone number)
Billing and delivery address (if you make purchases)
IP address, browser type, and other technical data
Information provided through contact forms or comments
Cookies and usage data
3. How We Collect Data
We collect your data through:
Website forms (e.g., contact, sign-up, booking)
WordPress user accounts or comments
Orders or transactions (if applicable)
Cookies and tracking technologies
4. Why We Collect Your Data
We use your data to:
Respond to inquiries and provide support
Process orders and payments
Improve website performance and user experience
Send newsletters (if subscribed)
Meet legal obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
Your consent
The necessity to perform a contract
Compliance with a legal obligation
Our legitimate interests (e.g., site analytics, customer service)
6. Sharing of Data
We do not sell your data. We may share your information with trusted third parties, including:
Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
Hosting providers (e.g., WordPress.com or your hosting provider)
Analytics and marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Mailchimp)
All third parties are GDPR-compliant and only process data on our behalf.
7. Cookies
GoatBoat.ie uses cookies to enhance user experience. You will be notified of our cookie policy upon visiting the site. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
8. Data Retention
We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or as required by law.
9. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Object to processing or restrict processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (https://www.dataprotection.ie)
10. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your data and protect it from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with the effective date noted above.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: [info@goatboat.ie]
Postal Address: