Privacy Statement

Last Updated: 25th February 2025

 

Clarity OSS (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website (www.clarityoss.ie) and engage with our services.

 

  1. Who We Are

Clarity OSS is an Irish-based trading name of sole traders and project associates providing organisational support services to the not for profit and public sector. We operate in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Acts 1988–2018.

For any privacy-related queries, you can contact us at:

Email: connectwithus@clarityoss.ie

  1. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Personal Identification Data – Name, email address, phone number, job title, organisation details.
  • Technical Data – IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, and online activity on our site.
  • Communication Data – Information provided when you contact us, subscribe to updates, or engage with us on social media.

 

  1. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through:

  • Direct interactions – When you fill in forms, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us.
  • Automated technologies – Cookies and analytics tools that track website activity.
  • Third parties – From publicly available sources or trusted partners where relevant.

 

  1. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our services.
  • To communicate with you regarding enquiries, updates, and service-related matters.
  • To analyse website traffic and improve user experience.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your data to third parties.

 

  1. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent – When you opt in to receive communications.
  • Legitimate Interests – For website analytics and improving our services.
  • Contractual Necessity – When processing is required for service delivery.
  • Legal Obligation – Where required by law.

 

  1. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet-based service is entirely secure, and you should also take precautions when sharing information online.

 

  1. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this statement, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

 

  1. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access – Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction – Request corrections to inaccurate data.
  • Erasure – Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Restriction – Request limited processing of your data.
  • Objection – Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
  • Data Portability – Request your data in a portable format.
  • Withdraw Consent – Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

 

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, see our [Cookie Policy].

 

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.

 

  1. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it regularly.