Privacy Policy

(Last updated: October 2025)

1. Who We Are

Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce CLG (“the Chamber”)
Email: admin@killarney.ie

We are a not-for-profit organisation supporting local businesses and the wider Killarney community.

2. The Information We Collect

We collect:

  • Your name and contact details
  • Business or organisation information (if relevant)
  • Payment details (processed securely through Stripe)
  • Marketing and communication preferences
  • Event attendance information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Manage membership and renewals
  • Register you for events
  • Send event information, updates, and newsletters (only if you opt in)
  • Comply with legal or accounting requirements

We never sell your personal data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your data because:

  • It is necessary to perform a contract (e.g., your membership or event booking);
  • You have given consent (for marketing emails); or
  • We have a legitimate interest in running Chamber activities.

5. Sharing Information

We share information only when needed to deliver our services—for example with:

  • Glue Up, which manages event and membership data
  • Stripe, which processes payments securely
  • Professional service providers (e.g., accountants, IT support) under strict confidentiality

6. How We Protect Your Data

We use secure systems and access controls. Data is stored within the EU or with trusted providers that comply with GDPR standards.

7. How Long We Keep It

We retain membership and financial records as required by Irish law (usually up to 7 years) and delete or anonymise data when it’s no longer needed.

8. Your Rights

You can:

  • Access a copy of your data
  • Ask us to correct or delete information
  • Withdraw consent for marketing
  • Complain to the Data Protection Commission (www.dataprotection.ie) if you believe your rights have been breached

To exercise your rights, email admin@killarney.ie.

9. Cookies and Tracking

Our website and Glue Up platform may use cookies to improve your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies if you prefer.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy. The latest version will always appear on our website and Glue Up page.