Effective Date: 20 October 2025

Tulsk.ie (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users and ensuring compliance with all applicable Data Protection Law. This Privacy & Cookies Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information, as well as your responsibilities while using the website.

1. Scope

This Policy applies to all users of tulsk.ie, including registered and unregistered users, Business Users, and visitors interacting with our website via desktop, mobile, or app. It complements our Terms of Use and is part of the overall User Agreement.

2. Data We Collect

We collect information in several ways:

a) Information You Provide:

  • Account registration details (name, email, password)
  • Business or professional information for advertisers
  • Communication via messages, support emails, or feedback forms

b) Information Collected Automatically:

  • IP address, browser type, device type
  • Pages visited, time spent, clicks, and navigation patterns
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 4)

c) Payment Information:

  • Payments are processed via PayPal; we do not store credit/debit card details directly. Only the necessary transaction details are recorded to confirm payments.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Provide and maintain the tulsk.ie website and services
  • Verify and authenticate accounts, including age verification for regulated activity
  • Process payments and send service notifications
  • Analyse usage trends to improve the website and user experience
  • Communicate important updates, including Terms of Use changes
  • Respond to inquiries, complaints, or legal requests

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Types of Cookies Used:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for login, secure payments, and website functionality.
  • Performance & Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymous data to measure site performance and user interaction.
  • Preference Cookies: Save your settings, such as language or region.
  • Advertising & Third-Party Cookies: Used only for optional marketing, partnerships, or embedded content.

Consent & Management:

  • By using tulsk.ie, you consent to these cookies.
  • You can manage or block cookies via your browser. Blocking essential cookies may restrict website functionality.
  • Marketing/third-party cookies require separate explicit consent, which can be withdrawn anytime.

Tracking Technologies:

  • Tulsk.ie may use pixel tags, web beacons, or similar technology for performance measurement and analytics.
  • No personal data is sold; third-party tracking is active only with consent.

Retention:

  • Essential cookies persist until logout; analytics or preference cookies may last several months.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share data:

  • With service providers for technical support, payment processing, or analytics
  • To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or regulatory requests
  • With law enforcement if illegal activity or breaches are detected
  • Business Users: identity disclosure is provided upon justified request when a paid advertisement is placed

We ensure third parties comply with relevant privacy obligations.

6. Security of Data

  • We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect user data from unauthorised access, disclosure, or alteration.
  • Despite precautions, no online system is completely secure; use tulsk.ie at your own risk.

7. User Responsibilities

Account Security:

  • Keep login credentials confidential; immediately report unauthorised use.

Behaviour on Tulsk.ie:

  • Do not post illegal, offensive, or misleading content
  • Do not use automated systems to scrape or manipulate listings
  • Comply with Irish law and applicable EU regulations
  • Respect other users’ privacy; do not collect data outside intended interactions

Business Users:

  • Must maintain accurate profile information
  • Follow Clause 11 of Terms for system integrity, feedback rules, and ancillary product rules

8. Retention and Deletion

  • Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for service provision or legal obligations.
  • You may request deletion of your account or data by contacting contact@tulsk.ie, subject to legal retention requirements.

9. Your Rights

Under applicable Data Protection Law, you may:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion or restriction of processing
  • Object to certain processing
  • Withdraw consent for cookies or marketing communications

Requests should be sent to contact@tulsk.ie.

10. Third-Party Links

  • Tulsk.ie may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or security practices.

11. Changes to this Policy

  • We may update this Policy at any time.
  • Registered users will be notified by email at least 15 days before significant changes take effect.
  • Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

12. Contact

For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding privacy, data processing, or cookies, contact:

Email: contact@tulsk.ie
Data Protection Officer (DPO): contact@tulsk.ie