Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

Introduction

Podcast Compass Ireland Ltd ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website podcastcompass.ie.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • IP address (anonymised)
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring website

Information You Provide

  • Contact form submissions (name, email, message)
  • Email communications
  • Cookie preferences

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and communications
  • Improve our website and services
  • Analyse website usage patterns
  • Ensure website security and functionality

Cookies and Local Storage

We use cookies and browser local storage for:

  • Remembering your cookie consent preferences
  • Storing your category and search preferences
  • Analysing website usage (anonymised data)

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to external podcast platforms including:

  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • YouTube
  • Podcast websites

These third-party sites have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Your Rights

Under GDPR and Irish data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to data processing
  • Data portability

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us:

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by Irish law and EU GDPR regulations.