Privacy Policy for CO2 Minimisor

1. Introduction

CO2 Minimisor is designed to help users track, manage, and reduce their carbon footprint through various tools and features. To provide our services effectively, we collect a minimal amount of user data. We value your privacy and take significant steps to safeguard it.

This Privacy Policy complies with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) applicable in Ireland and the European Union, as well as other international privacy standards relevant to users in other countries.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information required to provide our service effectively.

2.1 Personal Information

When you interact with our website or app, we may collect the following personal data:

• Name
• Email Address

This information is collected only when voluntarily provided by you—for example, when signing up for newsletters, contacting us, or using optional features.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We do not collect automatic data such as IP address, device details, analytics data, or location data.

2.3 No Account Creation Required

Users do not need to create an account to use CO2 Minimisor. Therefore, no usernames, passwords, or authentication details are collected.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect strictly for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries or support requests submitted by you.
• To send updates, newsletters, or service-related information (only when you opt-in).
• To improve customer communication and enhance user experience.
• To comply with applicable legal obligations.

We do not use your information for advertising, profiling, or automated decision-making.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

Because we operate in Ireland and may serve users in the EU, we process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent – when you voluntarily provide your name and email.
• Legitimate Interest – to respond to inquiries or improve our services.
• Legal Obligation – when required to comply with Irish or EU law.

5. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

• Your data is stored securely on restricted servers.
• Only authorized personnel can access your information.
• We do not store excessive or unnecessary data.

Although we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. By using our services, you acknowledge this inherent risk.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Name and Email are retained until you request deletion or until they are no longer needed for communication purposes.

After this period, we securely delete or anonymize your information.

7. Sharing of Information

We value privacy and do not:

• Sell your information
• Share your information with third parties
• Use third-party tools, plugins, or analytics services

Your data stays entirely under our control.

However, we may disclose data only if required by:

• Irish or EU law
• Legal processes or government authorities
• To enforce our legal rights (only when absolutely necessary)

8. International Data Transfers

While our primary operations are in Ireland, your data may be stored or processed in other countries depending on our secure hosting environment.

If data leaves the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• GDPR-compliant protection measures

9. Your Data Protection Rights

If you are a resident of Ireland, the EU, or other applicable jurisdictions, you have the following rights:

9.1 Right to Access

You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

9.2 Right to Rectification

You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

9.3 Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

9.4 Right to Restrict Processing

You may request that we limit how we use your information.

9.5 Right to Object

You may object to processing your data for certain purposes.

9.6 Right to Data Portability

You may request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

📧 help@co2minimiser.com

We respond to requests within 30 days, in compliance with GDPR.

10. Children's Privacy

CO2 Minimisor is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately.

11. Links to External Websites

Our website or app may contain links to external sites not controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external services you visit.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When changes occur:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document.
• We may notify users through email or an in-app notice when required by law.

Continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, privacy concerns, or data requests, contact us at:

📧 help@co2minimiser.com

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your information.