GDPR-compliant Privacy Policy for https://rjkeoghphotography.ie and https://rjkeoghphotography.ie/shop

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15.09.2025

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in line with UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and other relevant laws.

1. Who We Are

• Website: https://rjkeoghphotography.ie and https://rjkeoghphotography.ie/shop
• Data Controller: Robert Keogh
• Contact: admin@rjkeoghphotography.ie /Robert Keogh Photography, Shandon Crescent, Phibsborough, Dublin 7, Ireland

2. What Data We Collect

• Identity Data: name, username, or similar identifiers
• Contact Data: email address, phone number, billing and shipping address
• Transaction Data: details of purchases, payments, and order history
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and analytics
• Usage Data: how you interact with our website and shop
• Marketing Data: preferences for receiving marketing communications

3. How We Collect Your Data

• Directly from you (when you fill out forms, make purchases, contact us)
• Automatically (via cookies, analytics tools, server logs)
• From third-party services (e.g., payment processors, delivery providers)

4. How We Use Your Data

• To process and deliver your orders
• To manage payments, refunds, and billing
• To provide customer support and respond to enquiries
• To improve our website, services, and user experience
• To send updates, offers, or marketing communications (with consent)
• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax, accounting, fraud prevention)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

• Contractual necessity (to fulfil orders and provide services)
• Consent (for marketing communications, optional cookies)
• Legal obligation (record keeping, compliance with tax law)
• Legitimate interests (improving services, website functionality, fraud prevention)

6. Sharing Your Data

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
• Delivery and courier services
• Website hosting and IT support providers
• Analytics and cookie service providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Legal and regulatory authorities when required by law

7. Data Storage & Security

• Your personal data is stored securely on servers within the UK/EU.
• We use encryption, firewalls, and access controls to protect your data.
• Only authorised personnel have access to your information.

8. Data Retention

• Order and transaction records: retained for 7 years (legal/accounting obligations)
• Marketing data: retained until you withdraw consent or unsubscribe
• Website analytics data: retained for up to 26 months

9. International Data Transfers

• Where third-party providers store data outside the UK/EU, we ensure compliance with GDPR through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards.

10. Your Rights (UK & EU GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data (subject access request)
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict processing of your data
• Object to processing for direct marketing or legitimate interests
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
• Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
• Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland) or the Information Commissioner’s Office (UK)

11. Cookies

• We use cookies for website functionality, analytics, and shopping cart management.
• Non-essential cookies (analytics/marketing) are only used with your consent.
• You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.
• See our Cookie Policy for details.

12. Children’s Privacy

• Our services are not directed at children under 16.
• We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

13. Changes to this Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
• Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your rights, contact us at:

• Email: admin@rjkeoghphotography.ie
• Address: Robert Keogh Photography, Shandon Crescent, Phibsborough, Dublin 7, Ireland

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