Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how lipahill collects and uses your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly. We want you to understand what information we gather, how we use it, and the rights you have regarding your data when you visit our website and participate in our community events.
Information We Collect
We collect information in several ways to provide you with the best experience possible. When you register for our dance events or create an account on our platform, we collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and age to ensure our activities are appropriate for our over 45 community. We also gather information about your dance experience level, preferred dance styles like kizomba and salsa, and your location preferences across Irish coastal towns.
Additionally, we automatically collect certain information when you browse our website. This includes your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to understand how you interact with our site, improve our services, and personalize your experience when discovering our weekend meetups in Dublin, Dún Laoghaire, Cork, and other Irish locations.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services. Your personal data helps us organize and communicate details about upcoming dance events, themed nights, and social gatherings tailored to your interests. We send you updates about weekend meetups, special kizomba and salsa events, and beachside dance socials that match your preferences and location.
We analyze usage data to enhance our website's functionality, optimize our event scheduling, and create better content for our community. Your information helps us understand which dance events are most popular, what times work best for our participants, and how we can expand our offerings across different Irish towns. We may also use your data for customer service, responding to inquiries, and troubleshooting technical issues you might experience.
Your Privacy Rights
You have several important rights regarding your personal information. You can request access to the data we hold about you at any time and receive a copy in a portable format. If you believe any information is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request correction or updates to ensure your profile reflects your current preferences and details.
You can request deletion of your personal data, though we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. You have the right to opt out of marketing communications and event notifications while maintaining your account. You can also withdraw consent for any data processing activities. To exercise these rights or if you have concerns about how we handle your information, please contact us directly using the details provided below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather insights about how visitors interact with our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, login information, and activity on our site. We use both session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, and persistent cookies that remain longer to maintain your preferences.
We employ analytics cookies to track visitor behavior, understand which pages and events are most popular, and identify technical issues. We also use functional cookies to remember your dance preferences, location settings, and other customization choices. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences and opt out of certain tracking technologies. For detailed information about our cookie practices, please review our Cookie Policy.
Data Security and Protection
We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website uses secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission, particularly when you enter sensitive information during registration or event booking.
While we strive to protect your data, no security system is completely impenetrable. We encourage you to use strong passwords, keep your account credentials confidential, and report any suspicious activity immediately. We regularly review and update our security practices to maintain compliance with current standards and respond to emerging threats in the digital landscape.
Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, sending communications, and analyzing data. These service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to use your information as necessary to provide services to us.
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request. We may also share aggregated, anonymized data that does not identify you personally for research, marketing, or analytical purposes. In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, and we will provide notice of any such change.
Children and Minors
Our services are specifically designed for adults over 45 years old and are not intended for children or minors under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If we become aware that a minor has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the minor's account. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us immediately.
Policy Updates and Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of our services following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: hello@lipahill.org
Phone: +353 21 487 2956
Address: Cornmarket Street 28, Cork, T12 R2E9, Ireland
We will respond to your inquiries within 30 days or as required by applicable data protection regulations. Your privacy concerns are important to us, and we are committed to working with you to resolve any issues or questions you may have.