Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 27/09/2024

At Gorilla Local, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to ensure your data is protected when using our business directory website. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. The information we gather includes:

a. Personal Information

When you register your business on Gorilla Local, we may collect the following personal information:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Business details (e.g., business name, address, website URL, services offered)

b. Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our website. This includes:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited on our site
• Time and date of your visit
• Time spent on each page
• Other diagnostic data

c. Cookies and Tracking Data

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our site and store certain information. Cookies are small files that are placed on your device to improve user experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, although this may limit some functionality on our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to:

• Create and manage your business listing on Gorilla Local
• Improve and personalise your experience on our platform
• Communicate with you regarding your listing or our services
• Analyse usage data to optimise our website’s performance
• Provide customer support
• Notify you of updates to our platform, policies, or terms
• Ensure legal compliance and prevent fraud

3. Sharing of Information

We value your privacy, and we will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who help us maintain and operate our website, including hosting, analytics, and marketing services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorised to use your data as necessary to perform their services for us.

• Legal Requirements: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your personal data is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and employ appropriate measures to protect it from unauthorised access, use, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Your Data Protection Rights

In accordance with applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You can ask us to update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information from our records.
• Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
• Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Objection: You can object to our processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or any other legitimate interest.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@gorillalocal.ie. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time frame and in compliance with applicable law.

6. Retention of Data

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with our data retention policy.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to their site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of any site you visit, as we have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites or services.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. The “Effective Date” at the top of this policy indicates when the latest changes were made.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Gorilla Local
Email: info@gorillalocal.ie
Phone: 

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your experience with Gorilla Local is both safe and satisfying. Thank you for trusting us with your business.