The Galway Commuter Coalition ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any additional information you voluntarily provide via sign-up forms or communications
2. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect your personal data for the following purposes:
- To send updates about our campaigns, meetings, or advocacy work
- To coordinate community engagement
- To manage our mailing list
- To respond to enquiries or requests
3. Lawful Basis for Processing
Our lawful basis for processing your data is:
- Your consent (via sign-up forms)
- Legitimate interest in running and growing the coalition
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is securely stored using Google services, protected by Google’s privacy and security infrastructure. Access to this data is restricted to Coalition organisers.
5. Data Sharing
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties without your explicit consent, unless legally required to do so.
6. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission
To exercise your rights, contact us at: galwaycommutercoalition@gmail.com
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, or as required by law.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on our sign-up page and updated in this document.