At Cloverfield, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website or use our services.
We believe in transparency and want you to understand how your information is handled. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws in Ireland and the European Union.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with our website or contact us, you may provide personal information including:
Name and contact information when filling out forms
Email address when subscribing to communications or making inquiries
Project details and requirements when requesting services
Any other information you choose to share with us directly
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information:
Browser type and version
Operating system
IP address and general location data
Pages visited and time spent on our website
Referring website or source
Device information and screen resolution
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These help us understand how you use our site and improve our services. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
Your consent when you provide information voluntarily
Contractual necessity when providing services you've requested
Legitimate interests in improving our website and services
Legal obligations we must fulfill as a business
How We Use Your Information
Service Provision and Communication
We use your personal data to respond to inquiries, provide requested services, communicate about projects, and maintain our business relationship with you. This includes sending service-related emails and updates about your projects.
Website Improvement and Analytics
We analyze website usage patterns to understand how visitors interact with our site, identify areas for improvement, and optimize user experience. This helps us create better content and functionality.
Marketing Communications
With your consent, we may send you information about our services, updates, and relevant content. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails.
Legal Compliance and Protection
We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms, protect our rights and property, and ensure the security of our website and services.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with trusted third parties only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We work with carefully selected service providers who help us operate our website and deliver our services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and may only use your data to perform services on our behalf.
Analytics Services
We use analytics services to understand website usage. These services may collect information about your visit and combine it with data from other websites to create aggregated insights.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if necessary to protect our legal rights or the safety of others.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity, subject to the same privacy protections outlined in this policy.
Data Protection and Security
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:
Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls limiting who can view your information
Secure data storage with regular backups
Employee training on data protection practices
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
International Data Transfers
Our services are primarily operated within the European Economic Area (EEA). If we transfer data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with GDPR requirements.
Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Your Rights and Controls
Under GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access
You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. We will provide this information in a structured, commonly used format within one month of your request.
Right to Rectification
If you believe any personal data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request correction or completion of that information.
Right to Erasure
You may request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when the data is no longer necessary for the purpose it was collected, or when you withdraw consent.
Right to Data Portability
You have the right to receive your personal data in a portable format and transmit it to another service provider where technically feasible.
Right to Object
You may object to processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or when processing is based on legitimate interests. We will cease processing unless we have compelling legitimate grounds.
Right to Restrict Processing
In certain situations, you may request that we restrict processing of your personal data while we verify accuracy or assess your objection to processing.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided on our Contact page. We will respond to your request within one month and may ask for identification to verify your identity before processing your request.
Your Rights and Opt-Out Instructions
You are not required to provide any personal information when using this website. If you prefer not to share your data, you may:
Avoid filling out contact forms, account registrations, or any data-submitting features
Disable cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy for more details)
Browse our website without providing any personal information
Contact us directly to request the deletion of any previously shared personal data
We respect your privacy choices. If you would like us to delete your data, please reach out to us at the contact details provided on our Contact page. We will process your request promptly in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Your Privacy?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us. We're committed to addressing your concerns and protecting your privacy rights.