Privacy policy
Last updated: 21/09/2025
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Ireland, the EU, and the UK.
1. Who we are
This website is operated by Michael Fitzpatrick Architects (“we”, “our”, “us”). If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
Email: info@mfarchitects.ie
2. What information we collect
We collect only the information needed to provide our services:
Form submissions: When you use our contact form, we collect the details you provide (such as name, email address, and your message).
Technical data: Our hosting provider (Framer) may set essential cookies needed for the website to function properly. These do not track you for advertising or analytics.
We do not use marketing, profiling, or third-party tracking cookies.
3. How we use your information
We use your personal data to:
Respond to your enquiry.
Provide the information or service you have requested.
Ensure the website works as intended and remains secure.
We will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing.
4. Legal basis for processing
Under GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:
Consent: when you choose to send us your details via the contact form.
Legitimate interests: to keep the site secure and functional (essential cookies).
5. How long we keep your data
We keep your enquiry details only as long as necessary to deal with your request and any reasonable follow-up. You can ask us to delete your information at any time (see section 7).
6. Cookies
Our website uses only essential cookies provided by Framer. These are required for the site to function and cannot be disabled. We do not use analytics, advertising, or profiling cookies.
For more information, see our Cookies Policy.
7. Your rights
You have the following rights under GDPR:
To request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
To ask us to correct or update your data.
To request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
To withdraw your consent at any time.
To lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) in Ireland, or your local data protection authority.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@mfarchitects.ie
8. Where your data is stored
Your information is stored securely and may be processed by Framer, our website hosting provider, which is based in the EU/EEA.
9. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Michael Fitzpatrick Architects
Email: info@mfarchitects.ie