Cookie & Data Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12th May, 2025
1. Overview
At Primary Web (www.myvenue.ie), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your data is handled in a transparent, secure, and GDPR-compliant way. This policy outlines what data we collect, how we use it, and how cookies are used on our platform.
2. What Data We Collect
Primary Web is a website platform designed for Irish primary schools. We collect and process only the minimum data necessary to operate our services effectively.
When you visit this website or use the platform:
- Anonymous usage data (e.g. browser type, IP address, device type)
- Cookies to enable website functionality and performance tracking
- School & user contact details (when a school signs up or makes an enquiry)
- We do NOT collect: Pupil data, Personal data unrelated to site administration, Sensitive categories of data (unless explicitly provided for support purposes)
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Operate and maintain the Primary Web platform
- Provide customer support
- Improve service performance and user experience
- Fulfil legal and security obligations
We do not sell or share your data with third parties for advertising or marketing.
4. Cookies Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help websites function properly and improve user experience.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential cookies – Required for platform functionality (e.g. login)
Performance cookies – Used anonymously to track usage and improve performance.
Preference cookies – To remember and apply preferred usage settings.
Managing Cookies:
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies. However, this may impact how Primary Web functions.
5. Data Retention
We retain data only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Provide communication when opted-in to
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
6. Your Rights (Under GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Request correction or deletion
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: support@thewebsiteshop.ie
7. Contact & Data Controller
Primary Web is operated by:
The Website Shop, Dublin
Data Protection Contact: support@thewebsiteshop.ie
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.