Smart CBAM is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our website visitors and clients.
This Privacy Policy applies where we act as a data controller in respect of the personal data of our website visitors and registered users. This means we determine the purposes and means of processing that personal data.
We use cookies on our website. Where cookies are not strictly necessary for the operation of the site, we will request your consent when you first visit.
Our website includes privacy controls that allow you to manage how your personal data is processed, including whether you receive direct marketing communications.
In this policy, “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Smart CBAM. Further details about us are set out in the Our Details section below.
How We Use Your Personal Data
In this section, we explain:
- the categories of personal data we process;
- the sources of that data;
- the purposes for processing; and
- the legal bases relied upon.
Usage Data
We may process data about your use of our website and services (“usage data”). This may include your IP address, geographical location, browser type and version, operating system, referral source, length of visit, page views, navigation paths, and timing and frequency of use.
Source: analytics systems (e.g. Google Analytics).
Purpose: monitoring and improving website performance and user experience.
Legal basis: legitimate interests.
Account Data
We may process personal information you provide when engaging with our services (“account data”), including your name, company name, address, telephone number and email address.
Source: you.
Purpose: service delivery, account administration, security, backups, and communications.
Legal basis: legitimate interests and/or performance of a contract.
Enquiry Data
We may process information you submit via contact forms or enquiries (“enquiry data”).
Purpose: responding to enquiries and providing information about CBAM compliance services.
Legal basis: consent.
Transaction Data
We may process data relating to transactions for services (“transaction data”), including contact details and service details. Payment details are processed securely by third-party payment providers and are not stored by us.
Purpose: service delivery and record-keeping.
Legal basis: performance of a contract.
Marketing & Notification Data
We may process information provided when subscribing to newsletters or updates (“notification data”).
Purpose: sending CBAM updates, regulatory information and service communications.
Legal basis: consent.
Correspondence Data
We may process information contained in communications sent to us (“correspondence data”), including content and associated metadata.
Purpose: communication and record-keeping.
Legal basis: legitimate interests.
Legal Obligations
We may process personal data where necessary to:
- comply with legal obligations;
- protect vital interests; or
- establish, exercise or defend legal claims.
Legal basis: legitimate interests and legal obligation.
Providing Your Personal Data to Others
We may share personal data with trusted third parties where necessary, including:
- Email marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp) for communications
→ https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/ - Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Professional advisers (legal, financial, compliance)
We only share the minimum data required for the intended purpose.
We may also disclose personal data where required by law or to protect legal rights.
International Transfers of Personal Data
Some service providers (such as Google and Mailchimp) may process data outside the EEA, including in the United States. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent protections under GDPR.
You acknowledge that information submitted for publication may be accessible worldwide via the internet.
Retention of Personal Data
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
- Client and account data is retained for the duration of the business relationship and for up to 6 years thereafter to meet legal and regulatory obligations.
- Where retention periods cannot be determined in advance, data is retained based on statutory requirements and legitimate business needs.
Amendments
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page. Significant changes may also be notified by email.
Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the following rights:
- Right of access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object
- Right to data portability
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
- Right to withdraw consent
Requests may be made in writing using the contact details below.
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- ensure website functionality;
- analyse website traffic; and
- improve user experience.
Where cookies are not strictly necessary, we request consent via our cookie banner. You can manage or withdraw consent at any time.
Cookies We Use
- Necessary cookies – essential for site operation
- Analytics cookies – anonymous usage statistics
- Session cookies – smooth navigation and load balancing
Third-party services such as Google Analytics may also set cookies.
Google’s privacy policy: https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may impact site functionality.
Our Details
This website is owned and operated by Smart CBAM.
- Registered in Ireland: Company No. 681384
- Registered Office:
Unit 4A Riverside Retail Park,
Neil T Blaney Road,
Letterkenny, Co. Donegal,
F92 KH59, Ireland
Contact:
- Email: info@smartcbam.com
- Telephone: number published on the website