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Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it — in plain English.

Who We Are

Swim Tours Ireland is a guided open water swimming company operating along the Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland. We can be contacted at swimtoursireland@gmail.com.

What Data We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including: • Your name and email address when you make an enquiry • Any additional information you include in your email correspondence with us We do not use contact forms that store data on our servers — enquiries are sent directly to our email inbox.

Why We Collect It

We use your personal data solely to: • Respond to your booking or tour enquiry • Provide you with information about our retreats and tours • Complete a booking or reservation you have requested We do not use your data for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your personal data on the basis of: • Legitimate interest — to respond to enquiries you have initiated • Contractual necessity — to fulfil a booking you have made or requested

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your contact and booking information for up to 3 years following your last interaction with us, for the purpose of handling any queries or disputes. After this period, your data is securely deleted.

Who We Share It With

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third parties. We may share limited information with: • Accommodation providers (e.g. Sherkin North Shore) solely to facilitate your retreat booking • No other third parties without your explicit consent

Cookies

Our website does not currently use tracking cookies or analytics tools that collect personal data. If this changes, we will update this policy and seek consent where required.

Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to: • Access the personal data we hold about you • Request correction of inaccurate data • Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten") • Object to or restrict our processing of your data • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland) at www.dataprotection.ie To exercise any of these rights, contact us at swimtoursireland@gmail.com.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Correspondence is handled through secure email.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be available on this page. Last updated: March 2026.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please get in touch.

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