Privacy and Cookies

Last updated: 18 January 2026

Sustainable Skerries respects your privacy. This notice explains how we handle personal data when you visit sustainableskerries.com or contact us, and how cookies are used on this site.

1. Who we are

Sustainable Skerries is a community group based in Skerries, Co. Dublin, Ireland.
Contact: sustskerries@gmail.com

2. Personal data we collect

We collect personal data only when you choose to provide it, and through normal website operation.

1. If you contact us by email or via a form (if used), we receive the details you provide (for example your name, email address and message).
2. If you subscribe to updates, we collect your email address (and any other details you provide at sign-up).
3. Basic website usage data may be collected through standard logs and analytics (see Cookies section below).

Please do not send sensitive personal data (for example health information) via this website.

3. How we use your data

We use personal data to:

1. Respond to enquiries.
2. Send updates if you subscribe (you can unsubscribe at any time).
3. Maintain and improve the website and keep it secure.

4. Legal basis

We process personal data under GDPR on the basis of:

1. Legitimate interests (responding to enquiries, operating and securing the website).
2. Consent (newsletter subscriptions and any non-essential cookies/analytics, where used).

5. Who we share data with

We use service providers to operate this website and communications, such as:

1. WordPress.com (hosting/platform).
2. Email/newsletter provider (for example WordPress.com subscriptions and Mailchimp).

We share only what is necessary to provide these services.

6. How long we keep your data

1. Enquiries: kept for as long as needed to deal with the query and for a reasonable period afterwards (typically up to 24 months).
2. Newsletter subscriptions: until you unsubscribe.

7. Your rights

You have rights under GDPR, including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data, and to withdraw consent where applicable. To exercise your rights, contact us at sustskerries@gmail.com.

You also have the right to complain to the Irish Data Protection Commission.

8. External links

Our website may include links to other websites. If you follow a link, that website has its own privacy policy and we are not responsible for it.

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Cookies

9. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They help websites function properly and can help site owners understand how their site is used.

10. Cookies used on this site

This site may use:

1. Essential cookies required for the site to function.
2. Analytics cookies (if enabled) to understand how visitors use the site.
3. Cookies set by embedded content (for example videos or social media content) if such content is included on a page.

11. Managing cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Where a cookie banner or cookie settings tool is in use, you can also manage your preferences there.

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