Privacy Policy for O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers LTD
Effective Date: 03/04/2025
Welcome to the privacy policy of O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers LTD (“we”, “us”, or “our”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, odj.ie.
1. Who We Are
O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers LTD, registered in Ireland, is the data controller responsible for your personal data collected through this website.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
•Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide through forms or correspondence.
•Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, time zone setting, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system, and platform.
•Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited and navigation patterns.
•Marketing and Communications Data: Your preferences in receiving marketing communications from us.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
•To operate, maintain, and improve our website.
•To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
•To understand how users interact with our site and improve user experience.
•To send occasional marketing communications (if you have opted in).
•To comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms and conditions.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time by contacting us (see Section 10).
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
•Enhance website functionality.
•Analyse website traffic using tools like Google Analytics.
•Provide a tailored browsing experience.
Upon visiting our site, you will be presented with a cookie banner to manage your preferences.
For more information, see our Cookie Policy (link if separate).
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
•Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics) to analyse website usage.
•IT service providers who help us manage and secure our digital infrastructure.
All third parties are contractually obligated to keep your data secure and only process it according to our instructions.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, including for legal or reporting requirements.
8. Your Rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
•Access the personal data we hold about you.
•Request correction or deletion of your data.
•Object to our processing of your data.
•Withdraw consent at any time.
•Request data portability (where applicable).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. International Data Transfers
We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). If this ever changes, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
10. How We Keep Your Data Secure
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or would like to exercise your rights, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers LTD
info@odj.ie
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date” at the top.