Privacy Statement

Last updated: 27/10/25

1. Who we are

TeachersTech.ie provides digital tools that help Irish primary teachers prepare and generate inspection-ready classroom documentation, including Cuntas Míosúil reports.

Controller:
TeachersTech (teacherstech.ie)
Email: ciaran@teacherstech.ie
Location: Ireland

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Acts 2018–2023.


2. What information we collect

We collect only the information necessary to deliver our service:

PurposeData Collected
Purchase and access codesName, email address, payment ID (handled by Stripe)
Form submissions (Cuntas Míosúil)Access Code, teacher name, class, month, subject details, learning notes
CommunicationEmail address and any messages you send to us
Website usageAnonymous analytics and cookie data (if consented)

We do not collect pupil names or any special-category (sensitive) data.


3. How we use your information

  • To generate your requested document (via Make automation + OpenAI API + Google Docs).
  • To send you your access code and finished Cuntas Míosúil file.
  • To process payments securely through Stripe.
  • To provide support and respond to your queries.
  • To maintain website security and performance.

We will never sell or rent your data.


4. Lawful basis for processing

Our processing is based on:

  • Contract: to provide the service you purchase.
  • Consent: for cookies/analytics (via the cookie banner).
  • Legal obligation: to maintain financial records for taxation.

5. Who we share your data with (processors)

We use reputable service providers that comply with GDPR:

ProcessorPurposeLocation / Safeguards
Stripe Payments Europe Ltd.Payment processingEU (Ireland)
Tally FormsSecure form collectionEU servers (Data Processing Addendum in place)
Make (Integromat a.s.)Workflow automation between servicesEU (Czech Republic – Standard Contractual Clauses for AI API calls)
Google LLCGoogle Docs creation and Gmail deliveryEU Data Boundary / SCCs
OpenAI LLCText generation (inspection-ready content)SCCs + data minimisation – no personal data sent
WP Mail SMTP (Proton Labs / SendLayer / Google API)Authenticated email sendingEU/US with SCCs
Cloudflare TurnstileBot protectionEU/US with SCCs
Hosting Ireland / GoDaddyWeb hosting and domain servicesEU (Ireland) + SCCs

Each processor only accesses the minimum data needed to perform its function.


6. Data storage and retention

  • Codes and form entries: stored securely in Google Sheets for up to 12 months then deleted.
  • Generated documents: retained for 60 days for resend requests, then permanently removed.
  • Emails and support requests: kept for administrative records (max 12 months).
  • Payment records: kept for 6 years as required by Irish tax law.

7. Data security

  • SSL encryption on all pages.
  • Access restricted to authorised personnel only.
  • All processors use encryption and two-factor authentication.
  • Regular security updates and backups.

8. International transfers

Some processors (e.g. Google, OpenAI, Cloudflare) may transfer limited data outside the EU.
All such transfers are protected under EU Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards.


9. Your rights

Under GDPR you have the right to:

  • Access a copy of your data.
  • Correct inaccuracies.
  • Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Restrict or object to processing.
  • Data portability.
  • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland): dataprotection.ie.

To exercise these rights, contact ciaran@teacherstech.ie


10. Cookies

We use Complianz to manage cookie consent.
Essential cookies are required for the site to function; non-essential cookies (analytics or embedded content) run only with your consent.
See our separate Cookie Policy for details.


11. Changes to this statement

We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements.
The latest version will always be available on this page.


Contact

For any privacy-related questions, email: ciaran@teacherstech.ie