Privacy Policy
1. Who We Are
David McCarthy Builder operates https://davidmccarthybuilder.com/. We are based in Ireland and act as the data controller for any personal information collected through this website. If you have any questions regarding this policy, you can contact us via email at info@davidmccarthybuilder.com.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect personal information only when you voluntarily submit it to us, primarily through our online contact form. This includes:
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Identity Data: Name.
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Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and postal address.
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Query Details: Information regarding your project, build requirements, or general enquiry.
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and basic usage data collected via cookies for performance and site maintenance.
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data under the lawful bases of legitimate interest and pre-contractual steps in order to:
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Respond directly to your quote requests or enquiries.
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Provide updates regarding building, extension, or renovation projects you discuss with us.
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Maintain the security and optimal performance of our website.
4. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We only share necessary data with trusted service providers who assist in operating our business (e.g., website hosting, IT support, and email services), all of whom are obligated to handle your data securely and in accordance with Irish and EU data protection laws.
5. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including fulfilling any legal, statutory, or accounting requirements.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under EU Data Protection legislation (GDPR), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
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Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
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Rectification: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
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Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data.
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Restriction & Objection: Object to or restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@davidmccarthybuilder.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) in Ireland.
7. Cookies
Our website uses standard technical cookies to ensure smooth navigation and site functionality. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result.