Privacy Policy — Dive in Ireland (Powered by Oceandivers)

Effective date: 13 October 2025
Last updated: 13 October 2025

1. Who We Are

Dive in Ireland is a mobile app developed and managed by Oceandivers Training Ltd., a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Centre based in Dún Laoghaire, Ireland.
Our mission is to make diving in Ireland more accessible, educational, and environmentally responsible.

If you have any questions about this policy, contact us at:
📧 info@oceandivers.ie
📍 Oceandivers Training Ltd., Harbour Road, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information needed to provide a safe and functional experience.

When you use the app:

General usage analytics (anonymous screen views, taps, and session time).
Optional location access, to show nearby dive sites.
Optional contact form or membership sign-up details (name and email).

When you book a course or trip:

Bookings are processed through Checkfront and Stripe, who collect payment and customer details under their own privacy policies.
We do not store or process payment information directly.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use this limited data to:

Improve app performance and content.
Provide customer support when requested.
Send updates or newsletters (only if you’ve opted in).

We never sell or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

Account or membership data is stored securely on encrypted servers.
Analytics data is anonymised.
You can request deletion of your data anytime by emailing info@oceandivers.ie.

5. Third-Party Services

The app may link to or embed content from trusted third-party providers:

Checkfront (bookings) — checkfront.com/privacy
Stripe (payments) — stripe.com/privacy
Mailchimp (newsletters) — mailchimp.com/legal/privacy
Expo / Google / Apple (app analytics and hosting)

Each service is responsible for its own data handling.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
Withdraw consent for email communications.
Request removal of stored data by contacting us at info@oceandivers.ie.

7. Children’s Privacy

The app is intended for general use and not directed at children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically.
Changes will be reflected on this page with a new effective date.