At Sheehy Meares, your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting your personal data and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. This policy outlines the types of information we gather, how we use it, and the rights you have in relation to your data.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you when you:

• Submit an enquiry through our website
• Sign up for property alerts or newsletters
• Request a valuation or consultation
• Communicate with our team via email or phone

This information may include:

• Your name, email address, and contact details
• Property-related preferences or requirements
• Any information you voluntarily share with us

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to:

• Respond to your enquiries
  
• Deliver property updates or newsletters (if subscribed)


• Provide property valuations and expert advice


• Improve our website and customer experience


• Comply with legal obligations

We will only use your personal data for the purposes it was collected, and we will not use it in a manner that is incompatible with those purposes.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Your information may be shared:

• With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services (e.g., website hosting, analytics)
• When required by law or to comply with legal processes
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of Sheehy Meares, our users, or others

All data shared is protected under strict confidentiality agreements and used solely for the intended purpose.

4. Cookies and Website Usage

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, track website usage, and understand visitor preferences. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help improve your browsing experience.

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of our site may not function properly without them.

5. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including for legal or reporting requirements. Once your data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Your Rights

Under data protection regulations, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Correct or update inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal data
Object to or restrict certain types of data processing
Withdraw your consent at any time (if applicable)
To exercise any of your rights, please contact us at:

7. Security Measures

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Our team is trained in data protection practices and confidentiality.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or business changes. The latest version will always be available on our website, and we encourage you to review it periodically.