Who we are
Our website address is: https://obrienschauffeurtours.com.
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At O’Briens Chauffeur Tours of Ireland, we are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we use it. This Privacy Statement explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under Irish and EU (GDPR) law.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information when you visit our website, make an enquiry, or book a private tour:
- Name, email address, phone number
- Travel dates, itinerary preferences, group size
- Accessibility, mobility or dietary requirements (optional)
- Payment-related information (processed securely by third-party providers)
- Your IP address, browser type, device information
- Pages visited and interactions on the website (via cookies and analytics)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide tailored tour proposals
- Confirm bookings and manage communication
- Plan, customise and deliver your private tour
- Improve your website browsing experience
- Fulfil legal, tax, and regulatory obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data using the following lawful bases:
- Contract: To prepare or deliver your tour
- Consent: For special categories (e.g., dietary needs) or marketing opt-ins
- Legitimate interests: To improve website performance and respond to enquiries
- Legal obligation: For accounting and compliance requirements
4. Sharing Your Information
We only share your data when essential, for example with:
- Accommodation providers
- Local attractions and service providers
- Payment processing partners
- IT, hosting, and security service providers
Your data is never sold to third parties for marketing.
5. Retention & Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational steps to keep your information safe.
Data is kept only as long as necessary to provide services and meet legal obligations.
6. Your GDPR Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request a copy of your data in portable format
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@obrienschauffeurtours.com
7. Contact Details
O’Briens Chauffeur Tours of Ireland
Email: info@obrienschauffeurtours.com
Phone: +353 87 913 8514
Co. Meath, Ireland
Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how our website uses cookies and similar technologies.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you browse a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, and improve overall user experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for core website functions, such as:
- Security features
- Contact forms
- Navigation and page loading
They cannot be switched off.
b. Performance & Analytics Cookies
Used to understand how visitors use our site, including:
- Page views
- Time spent on pages
- Visitor journey through the site
This helps us improve the website and user experience.
c. Functionality Cookies
These enable enhanced features such as:
- Remembering form details you previously entered
- Saving language or region preferences
d. Third-Party Cookies
Some features (e.g., embedded maps, social media buttons, or analytics tools like Google Analytics) may set their own cookies.
We ensure third-party providers comply with GDPR requirements.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Provide secure and reliable website performance
- Analyse site traffic and user behaviour
- Tailor content to improve your browsing experience
- Ensure forms and interactive elements work properly
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive data or to identify you personally.
4. Managing Your Cookies
You can control or disable cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
Typical options include:
- Block all cookies
- Block only third-party cookies
- Clear existing cookies
- Receive notifications before cookies are stored
Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
5. Updates to This Cookies Policy
We may update this policy occasionally to reflect:
- Changes in technology
- Legal or regulatory updates
- New website features
The latest version will always be posted here