Privacy Policy for Autism Pathways Ireland

Effective Date: 01/01/2025

Autism Pathways Ireland (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you visit our website www.autismpathways.ie, participate in our programs (including the Digital Independence Programme), or interact with our services.

By using our website or engaging with our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions, please contact us at

[email protected]

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information to deliver our services, improve our offerings, and fulfill our mission of empowering autistic adults across Ireland.

1.1 Personal Information

You may provide the following information directly when engaging with us:

Identity Information: Full name, date of birth, and gender.

Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and postal address.Program-Specific Information: Details related to your participation in our Digital Independence Programme or other initiatives, such as skill levels, training progress, and feedback.

Payment Information: Billing address, payment card details, and donation history when making contributions.Employment Information: CVs, professional references, or employment-related details for job applications or volunteering opportunities.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

Automatically collected data during website use, such as:

IP address, device type, operating system, and browser type.Website usage patterns, including pages visited, time spent, and referral sources.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

Enhance your website experience.Analyze traffic patterns.Personalize content and advertisements (if applicable).

For detailed information, refer to our Cookie Policy

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Delivery

Enrolling and managing participants in our programs, including the Digital Independence Programme.Providing training materials, resources, and updates.Customizing program content based on participant needs and progress.

2.2 Communication

Sending newsletters, program updates, and event invitations.Responding to inquiries, feedback, or complaints.

2.3 Donation and Financial Management

Processing donations and issuing receipts.Managing sponsorship agreements and recognizing supporters (with consent).

2.4 Analytics and Improvement

Monitoring website performance and user engagement.Evaluating and improving our services and programs.

2.5 Legal Compliance

Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Protecting against fraud, unauthorised access, or misuse.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the protection of your data seriously and employ a combination of administrative, technical, and physical safeguards:

Encryption: Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology for transmitting sensitive information.Data Access Controls: Restricting access to personal data to authorized staff.Regular Monitoring: Conducting security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Despite these measures, no method of data transmission or storage is entirely secure. We encourage you to take precautions, such as protecting your account credentials and ensuring your devices are secure.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third parties to perform essential functions, such as:

Payment processing.IT support and website hosting.Program delivery (e.g., trainers for the Digital Independence Programme).

4.2 Legal Obligations

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests.

4.3 Sponsorship Recognition

With your consent, we may acknowledge donations or sponsorships publicly (e.g., on our website or event materials).

5. Your Rights

You have the following rights under applicable data protection laws:

Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data, where permissible.Right to Restriction: Limit the processing of your data under certain conditions.Right to Data Portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.Right to Object: Object to data processing for direct marketing or legitimate interests.

To exercise your rights, contact us at

[email protected]

We aim to respond within 30 days.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations. Specific retention periods include:

Program Data: Retained for the duration of participation plus [X] years for reporting purposes.

Financial Records: Retained in compliance with tax regulations.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our programs and website are designed for adults. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at

[email protected] and we will take steps to delete the data.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies when visiting.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. The “Effective Date” at the top will indicate when the policy was last updated.