Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Waterford Web Design Academy collects, uses, and safeguards personal data in accordance with Irish and EU data protection law, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data We Collect

We collect personal data when you submit a contact form, send an email, or call us. This may include your name, email address, and the message you provide. We also collect limited technical information such as IP address, browser type, and device information for security and analytics purposes.

How We Use Data

We use your data to respond to inquiries, provide information about our learning modules, and manage communications. We do not sell your data or share it with third parties for marketing. Data may be processed to maintain the security of our website and to improve user experience.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on consent (when you submit a form), legitimate interest (to protect and improve our services), and contractual necessity when applicable.

Data Storage and Retention

We store contact form submissions securely and retain them only as long as necessary for communication and administrative purposes. If you request deletion, we will remove your data unless retention is required by law.

Third-Party Services

Our website uses Cloudflare to enhance security and performance. Cloudflare may process IP addresses and other technical data to provide content delivery and protection against malicious traffic. This data is processed according to Cloudflare’s privacy practices and is essential for our website operations.

Cookies and Analytics

We use essential cookies to ensure the site functions correctly. Optional analytics cookies may be used to understand traffic patterns in a privacy-respecting manner. You can review details in our Cookie Policy.

Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data, and to request data portability or restriction of processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include secure hosting, access controls, and encryption where appropriate.

Contact

For privacy questions, please contact us at [email protected] or write to The Courthouse, 2 Cathedral Square, Waterford, X91 W4E9, Ireland.