Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2025

Abel Design Studio (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect any information you give us when you visit our website, contact us, or engage with our services.

We operate in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant Irish data protection laws.

1. Who We Are

Abel Design Studio
Delgany, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Email: lorraine@abeldesignstudio.com
Website: www.abeldesignstudio.ie

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: name, email address, phone number, postal address

  • Project Information: property details, design preferences, images or plans you provide

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referral source, and browsing behaviour on our website

  • Communication Records: emails, messages, or other correspondence

  • Marketing Preferences: if you sign up to our newsletter or agree to receive marketing communications

We do not collect or process special categories of personal data (e.g. health data, religious beliefs).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Respond to enquiries or contact requests

  • Provide design services and manage client projects

  • Improve our website and user experience

  • Send marketing emails (if you have opted in)

  • Maintain business records and meet legal obligations

We only process personal data where we have a lawful basis, such as your consent, the performance of a contract, or compliance with a legal obligation.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g. web hosting, email marketing tools)

  • Contractors or suppliers working on your design project (with your consent)

  • Legal or regulatory bodies, if required to comply with the law

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary:

  • To fulfil the purposes described above

  • To comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements

Typically, we retain client records for up to 6 years after the completion of a project.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request deletion of your data (in certain circumstances)

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (www.dataprotection.ie)

To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert email address].

7. Security

We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

8. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and collect anonymous usage data. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

A full Cookie Policy is available here: [Link to Cookie Policy]

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be posted on our website, with the effective date clearly shown.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Abel Design Studio
Delgany, Co. Wicklow
Email: lorraineabeldesign@gmail.com