Privacy Policy

Last updated: [03 December 2025]

This Privacy Policy explains how Seery’s Cash and Carry (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when customers use our website, place orders, or interact with our services. We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Acts 1988–2018.

By using our website or providing your personal information, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Seery’s Cash and Carry
[Cornamaddy Industrial Estate, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 H6N3]
[+353 (0)90 64 75967]
[sales@seeryscashandcarry.ie]

We operate a wholesale cash and carry business supplying hampers and related products, including online sales for click-and-collect and delivery (where applicable).

We act as the Data Controller for the personal data we collect.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect the information necessary to process orders, manage accounts, and provide our services.

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

• Name
• Business details (business name, VAT number, etc.)
• Contact information (address, phone number, email)
• Order details and purchase history
• Payment information (card payments are processed securely by third-party providers— we do NOT store full card details)

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Cookies and usage data

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Payment processors
• Delivery service partners
• Identity or business verification services (if applicable)

3. How We Use Personal Data

We use your data to:

• Process and fulfil orders
• Provide click-and-collect or delivery services
• Communicate about orders, updates, or queries
• Manage your online account (if applicable)
• Improve website functionality and customer experience
• Meet legal obligations (tax, accounting, fraud prevention)
• Send marketing communications with your explicit consent

We will never sell your data to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following GDPR legal bases:

• Contractual necessity: To fulfil orders and provide services
• Legal obligation: For tax, accounting, and regulatory compliance
• Legitimate interests: To improve services, prevent fraud, and ensure security
• Consent: For email marketing, newsletters, or promotional communications

You may withdraw consent at any time.

5. How We Share Personal Data

We may share your information with trusted third parties when necessary, including:

• Payment processors
• IT and website service providers
• Delivery partners
• Professional advisers (e.g., accountants)
• Regulatory authorities when required by law

All third parties must follow GDPR and protect your data.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for:

• Fulfilling your orders
• Meeting legal obligations (typically 6 years for accounting and tax records)
• Resolving disputes or enforcing agreements

After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

• Secure servers
• Encryption where applicable
• Restricted access controls
• Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities

While we take all reasonable precautions, no online transmission is completely secure.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your data (in certain cases)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Port your data to another service
• Withdraw consent for marketing at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC)

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
[sales@seeryscashandcarry.ie]

9. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to:

• Improve the browsing experience
• Remember preferences
• Enable essential website functions
• Collect analytics data (e.g., Google Analytics)

Where required by law, we will seek your consent before storing non-essential cookies.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for adults aged 18 and over.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

11. International Data Transfers

If any third-party service provider transfers data outside the EU/EEA, such transfers will be protected by:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Adequacy decisions
• Other GDPR-compliant safeguards

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our website, with the updated date shown at the top.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal data, please contact:

Seery’s Cash and Carry
Email: [sales@seeryscashandcarry.ie]
Phone: [+353 (0) 9064 75967]

You also have the right to contact:
Data Protection Commission (DPC)
www.dataprotection.ie