Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7/05/2025 

Business Name: Ethan Whitney Detailing

Location: Aughrim, County Wicklow, Ireland


1. Introduction

At Ethan Whitney Detailing, we prioritize your privacy and are dedicated to safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, utilize, and protect your information when you engage with our services, website, and communications.

By utilizing our services or accessing our website, you acknowledge and consent to the practices set forth in this Privacy Policy.


2. Information We Collect

At Ethan Whitney Detailing, we collect personal data through the following means in order to provide you with an exceptional and tailored service:

  • Contact Information: This includes your name, phone number, and email address, allowing us to effectively communicate with you regarding your appointments, services, and any important updates related to your vehicle.
    Vehicle Information: We gather details about the make, model, year, and condition of your vehicle. This enables us to offer the most appropriate and customized service, ensuring that your vehicle receives the highest level of care and attention.
  • Payment Information: To process transactions efficiently, we collect details about your preferred payment method, such as credit/debit card information or alternative payment methods. This ensures that payments are securely handled and your billing process is seamless.
  • Communication Information: We also record details of your interactions with us, including correspondence via email, phone, or online forms. This helps us address any questions or concerns promptly and keep track of your preferences to enhance the quality of our service.

This collection of information allows us to deliver a refined and personalized experience, tailored specifically to your needs and preferences. Rest assured, all information is handled with the utmost care and in compliance with the highest standards of privacy and security.


3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes to ensure a seamless and exceptional experience for you:

  • To Provide Car Detailing Services and Process Bookings: The information we collect allows us to accurately schedule and deliver the highest standard of car detailing services, tailored specifically to your vehicle’s needs.
  • To Communicate with You Regarding Service Confirmations, Reminders, or Follow-ups: We use your contact information to confirm appointments, send reminders, and follow up on your experience, ensuring that all aspects of our service meet your expectations.
  • To Handle Payments and Invoicing: Your payment details are securely used to process transactions, issue invoices, and provide receipts, ensuring a smooth and transparent billing experience.
  • To Improve Our Services and Customer Experience: By analyzing customer feedback and usage patterns, we continually refine our services to meet and exceed your expectations, ensuring a more personalized and efficient service every time.

This collected information is integral to maintaining our commitment to excellence, allowing us to provide you with an exceptional level of service and attention to detail.


4. Data Security

We implement stringent physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures are designed to ensure the utmost security of your information. However, while we make every effort to protect your data, it is important to note that no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.


5. Sharing Your Information

We do not share your personal data with third parties, except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services, such as payment processors and website hosts. These providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data and are prohibited from using it for any other purposes.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal data if required by law, regulation, or legal process, including compliance with lawful requests by governmental authorities.

Would you like to further elaborate on the type of service providers you work with or provide additional assurances regarding data protection during these instances?


6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: You may request to correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete information we have on file.
  • Objection: You may object to our use of your personal data for specific purposes, including marketing activities.
  • Restriction: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
  • Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal limitations that may apply.

To exercise any of these rights, please do not hesitate to contact us using the details provided below. We are committed to responding to your requests in a timely and transparent manner.


7. Cookies

Our website utilizes cookies to enhance your browsing experience and optimize functionality. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to remember your preferences and improve the overall performance of our site. You have the ability to control cookie settings through your web browser. Please note, however, that disabling cookies may impact the performance and certain features of our website.


8. Retention of Data

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including any legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. Once your data is no longer required for these purposes, we will ensure it is securely deleted or anonymized to protect your privacy.


9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before sharing any personal information.


10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to amend or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be promptly posted on our website, and the updated policy will become effective immediately upon posting. We recommend that you periodically review this policy to stay informed of any updates.


11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us.