Drive Aware Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1.1.2023
Drive Aware ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our services, including our workshops, seminars, coaching sessions, and website (www.driveaware.ie). By engaging with Drive Aware, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Personal Identification Information: Name, address, email address, phone number.
Driver Information: Driving records, any court-mandated programs, or reports related to your driving history.
Payment Information: Billing details, credit card information, or other payment-related data (processed securely via third-party services).
Health Information: Any information you voluntarily provide that is relevant to your participation in our services, such as medical conditions related to driving behaviour.
Digital Information: IP addresses, browser type, and usage data collected through cookies when you visit our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the personal information you provide to:
Register you for workshops, seminars, or coaching sessions.
Communicate important details about your participation in our programs.
Provide personalized coaching or support based on your specific needs.
Process and manage payments for services.
Improve and develop our services and website.
Comply with legal obligations, such as court-mandated driving programs or record-keeping requirements.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We take the following steps to ensure your personal information is kept secure:
Data Encryption: All sensitive information is encrypted both at rest and during transmission.
Secure Platforms: We use trusted third-party platforms for managing online payments, workshops, and communication.
Access Control: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only, and based on the specific roles and responsibilities of each team member.
Regular Security Audits: We perform regular reviews of our data protection measures to ensure compliance with the latest data protection standards.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, scheduling software) to facilitate the delivery of our services.
To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities (e.g., court orders, regulatory bodies).
With third parties if you have explicitly consented to the sharing of your information.
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Rectification: You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual requirements.
Objection: You may object to the processing of your personal information, particularly for marketing purposes.
Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and improve our services. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on our website, and you will be notified of significant changes where appropriate.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at: Email: sean@driveaware.ie Phone: 0873276959