PRIVACY POLICY

Brian Brennan Coaching

Effective 22nd July 2025.
This Privacy Policy was updated on 5th February 2026 for clarity and alignment with data protection best practice. These updates did not materially change our data processing practices

This Privacy Policy explains how Brian Brennan Coaching (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you use our website, services, or facilities. It also explains your rights under Irish and EU data protection law, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We are committed to handling personal data transparently, fairly, and securely.

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1. Who We Are (Data Controller)

Brian Brennan Coaching
St Michael’s Square,

Townparks
Ballinasloe,

Co. Galway, H53 F2N3
Ireland

Email: info@brianbrennan.ie
Website: https://brianbrennan.ie

We are the data controller for the personal data described in this policy.

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2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

a) Information you provide directly

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Account or membership details

• Information submitted via forms, enquiries, or bookings

b) Usage & technical data

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Pages visited and time spent

• Device identifiers and diagnostic data

This data is collected automatically when you use our website.

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3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use personal data only where there is a lawful reason to do so.

Lawful bases for processing

Depending on the situation, we process your data based on one or more of the following:

• Performance of a contract
  (e.g. delivering coaching services you have requested)

• Consent
  (e.g. marketing communications, photography and media use)

• Legitimate interests
  (e.g. improving services, website analytics, business administration)

• Legal obligation
  (e.g. record-keeping, compliance with Irish law)

Purposes

Your data may be used to:

• Provide and manage coaching services

• Communicate with you about bookings, services, or updates

• Respond to enquiries or requests

• Improve our website, services, and client experience

• Send marketing communications (where permitted and opt-out is available)

• Maintain business records and security

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4. Photography & Media Use

From time to time, Brian Brennan Coaching may take photographs or videos during training sessions, classes, or events.

Purpose

Where consent is provided, images or videos may be used for:

• Educational and coaching content

• Website content and blog posts

• Social media and marketing materials

• Showcasing the training environment and community

Images are always used respectfully and in line with the values of Brian Brennan Coaching.

Lawful basis

The lawful basis for processing identifiable images or videos is consent under Article 6(1)(a) GDPR.

Consent:

• Is voluntary

• Is not a condition of training or membership

• May be limited to specific types of use

consent

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting:
info@brianbrennan.ie

Upon withdrawal:

• No new use of your image will occur

• We will remove your image from future materials without undue delay

• Withdrawal does not affect lawful use that occurred prior to withdrawal.

Where consent is provided for the use of an individual’s image, likeness, or video for marketing, promotional, or informational purposes, such consent is given freely and voluntarily. No monetary payment, compensation, royalties, or other remuneration will be provided or expected for the use of such materials, now or in the future.

Storage

Images and videos are treated as personal data, stored securely, and accessed only by authorised persons.

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5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions correctly and to understand how it is used.

Cookies may be:

• Essential cookies (required for basic functionality)

• Functionality cookies (remembering preferences)

• Analytics cookies (understanding website usage)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. 

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6. Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share personal data only where necessary and appropriate:

• With service providers who support our website or services

• As part of a business transfer (e.g. sale or restructuring)

• Where required by law or public authorities

• With your explicit consent

We do not sell personal data.

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7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, including:

• Delivering services

• Meeting legal and regulatory obligations

• Resolving disputes

Usage data is generally retained for a shorter period unless required for security or legal reasons.

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8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

• Request erasure of your data

• Restrict processing

• Object to processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time (where consent is the lawful basis)

To exercise your rights, contact: info@brianbrennan.ie

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9. Complaints

If you have concerns about how your data is handled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Irish supervisory authority:

Data Protection Commission (Ireland)
Website: https://www.dataprotection.ie

We encourage you to contact us first so we can address your concern directly.

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10. Children’s Privacy

Our services and website are not directed at individuals under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

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11. Security of Your Data

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data.
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

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12. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

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13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page and the “Last updated” date will be revised.

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14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact us at:

Email: info@brianbrennan.ie