Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Scrapy (“Scrapy”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses,
discloses, and protects your personal data when you use our website and services at https://scrapy.ie
(the “Service”).
so they can respond, and do not sell your personal data.
1. Who we are
Scrapy operates an online platform that helps users distribute vehicle parts requests to dismantlers across
Ireland and Northern Ireland.
2. Information we collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Contact information: name, email address, phone number.
- Request details: vehicle information, part descriptions, photos, and notes you submit.
- Payment information: payment status, transaction identifiers, and limited billing details
(payments are processed by third-party providers; we do not store full card details). - Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and timestamps.
- Communications: messages or emails you send to us.
3. How we use your information
We use your information to:
- provide, operate, and improve the Service;
- share your parts request with dismantlers so they can respond;
- process payments and prevent fraud;
- communicate with you about your request or the Service;
- comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. Legal bases for processing (GDPR)
Where the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies, we process personal data on the following bases:
- Contract: to provide the Service you request.
- Legitimate interests: to operate and improve the Service, prevent misuse, and respond to enquiries.
- Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Consent: where required, such as for certain communications.
5. Sharing your information
We may share your information with:
- Dismantlers and scrap yards in our network, to allow them to respond to your request.
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe) to process transactions.
- Service providers who help us operate the website (hosting, email, analytics).
- Authorities where required by law or to protect our rights.
We do not sell your personal data.
6. International data transfers
Some of our service providers may process data outside Ireland or the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses.
7. Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations,
resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data.
8. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- access your personal data;
- request correction of inaccurate data;
- request deletion of your data;
- object to or restrict processing;
- request data portability;
- withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise your rights, contact us at
hello@scrapy.ie.
9. Cookies and tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the website, analyse usage, and improve performance.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
10. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss,
misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no system is completely secure.
11. Children’s privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.
12. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will indicate when changes were made.
Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:
Email: hello@scrapy.ie
Website: https://scrapy.ie