McGrath Company Seals – Privacy & Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 1st January 2026

Privacy & Cookie Policy

At McGrath Company Seals (“McGrath Seals”, “we”, “us”, “our”), we understand the importance of trust in our business. This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you visit our website, place an order, or contact us.

We are committed to handling your information lawfully, fairly and transparently, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

McGrath Company Seals

40 Mountjoy Street, Dublin 7, Ireland

Email: seals@mcgrathseals.ie

Phone: +353 (0)1 830 7296

Website: www.mcgrathseals.ie

McGrath Seals is the Data Controller for personal data collected through this website.

2. Personal Data We Collect

When you place an order:

  • Name
  • Company name (if applicable)
  • Billing & delivery address
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Payment details (handled securely by our payment provider; we do not store card numbers)

When you contact us:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Any information you provide voluntarily

Automatically through our website:

  • IP address
  • Browser & device information
  • Cookie preferences
  • Traffic/usage data (analytics, if cookies are accepted)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and deliver your order.
  • Provide customer support and communicate with you.
  • Improve our website and services.
  • Maintain records for invoicing and legal compliance.
  • Send updates or information relating to your order.
  • Use analytics (only where you consent to analytics cookies).

Our legal bases include:

  • Performance of a contract.
  • Legitimate interests (business operations, customer service, website functionality).
  • Legal obligations (e.g., tax and accounting rules).
  • Consent (analytics cookies).

We do not sell personal data.

4. Who We Share Data With

We may share your information with:

  • Payment processors (secure payment handling).
  • Postal and courier providers.
  • Website hosting & IT providers.
  • Analytics providers (only if you consent to analytics cookies).

All third parties must comply with GDPR standards.

We never sell or trade personal information.

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

Order, delivery and invoice information: 6 years (legal requirement).

Enquiry emails: typically up to 12 months.

Cookie data: stored according to its cookie-specific lifespan.

Technical logs: short‑term operational retention.

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Your Data Protection Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Correct inaccuracies.
  • Request deletion (in certain circumstances).
  • Object to certain processing.
  • Restrict processing.
  • Request data portability.
  • Withdraw cookie consent.

To exercise your rights, email: seals@mcgrathseals.ie

You may also lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission at dataprotection.ie.

7. Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies to improve your experience and ensure proper functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for basic site functions (shopping cart, secure checkout).

These do not require consent.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand website traffic and improve performance.

These run only if you consent via the cookie banner.

Preference Cookies

Save your preferences such as cookie settings.

You can change your cookie preferences anytime using your browser settings or our cookie banner.

8. Security of Your Data

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure HTTPS encryption.
  • Access restrictions.
  • Data minimisation.
  • Secure processing by trusted service providers.
  • Regular security reviews.

9. External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy occasionally. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Policy or how your data is handled:

Email: seals@mcgrathseals.ie

Address: 40 Mountjoy Street, Dublin 7