Hyperbaric Association of Ireland
Hyperbaric Association of Ireland
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy – Hyperbaric Association of Ireland
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Effective Date: February 2025
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1. Introduction
The Hyperbaric Association of Ireland ("HAI," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR") and the Data Protection Acts 1988-2018 in Ireland.
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2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
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Contact Information (e.g., name, email address, phone number) when you contact us or sign up for updates.
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Professional Information (e.g., job title, organisation, professional qualifications) if you engage with us as a healthcare professional.
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Website Usage Data through cookies and analytics tools (see Section 6).
We do not collect or process health-related personal data or medical records.
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3. How We Use Your Data
We process personal data only when necessary for:
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Responding to your inquiries and providing information about HAI.
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Managing memberships and professional engagement with HAI.
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Sending updates, newsletters, or event information (only with your consent).
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Maintaining and improving our website.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
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Legitimate Interest (e.g., responding to queries, engaging with professionals).
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Consent (e.g., when you subscribe to updates).
You can withdraw your consent at any time.
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5. Data Sharing & Security
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We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.
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We may use third-party service providers (e.g., email platforms, website analytics) under strict data protection agreements.
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We implement security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to track website performance. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
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7. Your Data Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
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Restrict or object to processing.
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Withdraw consent for communications.
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Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) in Ireland.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@irishhyperbaric.ie
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8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at: info@irishhyperbaric.ie