Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2025
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1. Purpose of this Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect personal data when you visit smarttrades.training or communicate with us.
2. Data We Collect
- Contact details you submit via forms (name, email, phone).
- Course registration data and communication preferences.
- Technical data such as browser type, device, and anonymised analytics (via CookieYes / Meta Pixel).
3. How We Use Your Data
- To respond to your inquiries and manage course participation.
- To send newsletters and updates (only if you have opted in).
- To improve site performance and protect against fraud or abuse.
4. Legal Basis
Processing is based on your consent (Art. 6 (1) a GDPR), contractual necessity (Art. 6 (1) b), or legitimate interest (Art. 6 (1) f) such as maintaining IT security and marketing transparency.
5. Cookies & Analytics
We use a consent-based cookie management tool (CookieYes). You can change your preferences anytime via Cookie Settings.
6. Sharing & Transfers
We do not sell personal data. Information may be shared with trusted processors (Brevo / Sendinblue for email, Meta for advertising analytics) under EU-standard contractual clauses.
7. Retention
We retain contact data only as long as necessary for the stated purpose or required by Irish law.
8. Your Rights
You may at any time request access, correction, deletion, restriction, or data portability by emailing us at contact@smarttrades.training.
9. Data Controller
Smart Trades Training
Mount Aiden, H12A6C1, Cavan, Ireland
Email: contact@smarttrades.training
10. Updates
We may update this Policy periodically. The latest version is always available on this page.