SMEgrants.ie Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 28, 2025 [cite: 2025-12-28]

1. Introduction and Facilitator Details

SMEgrants.ie ("We," "Us," "Our") is a lead generation platform facilitating connections between Irish Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and independent, registered SEAI Energy Auditors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use your data to facilitate these connections in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

  • Data Controller: SMEgrants.ie t/a SMEgrants.ie.

  • Contact for Privacy Matters: info@smegrants.ie.

  • Business Address: 2 Seaview Cottages Greystones, Co. Wicklow Ireland.

2. Personal Data We Collect

We collect data necessary to verify your eligibility for the €2,000 SEAI energy audit voucher and to facilitate the audit booking.

  • Identity & Contact Data: Name, job title, company name, business email address, and business phone number.

  • Eligibility Data: Approximate annual energy spend, facility location, and core business process.

  • Metadata: Website interaction data and IP addresses collected via cookies for site functionality.

3. How We Use Your Data and Lawful Basis

We process your data only where we have a lawful basis under GDPR.

  • Audit Facilitation: To verify if your energy spend meets the €10,000+ requirement and to pass your details to an independent. (Lawful Basis: Consent).

  • Communications: To provide our "Green Light" registration manual and respond to direct enquiries. (Lawful Basis: Legitimate Interest).

4. Data Sharing and Independent Auditor Disclaimer

As a lead generation facilitator, we share your data with third parties necessary to execute the audit process:

  • Independent Auditors: Upon eligibility confirmation, your details are shared with independent, SEAI-registered energy auditors (e.g., Scope Energy).

  • Liability Disclaimer: These auditors are independent professionals who maintain their own Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance. SMEgrants.ie is not liable for technical findings or on-site conduct.

  • IT Service Providers: Data is processed via Squarespace (hosting) and secure form providers.

5. Data Security and Retention

  • Security: We employ multi-factor authentication and SSL encryption to protect your business data.

  • Retention: We retain eligibility data for 24 months to ensure the successful completion of the audit and to offer follow-up implementation support via MCS Consultancy if required.

6. Your Data Protection Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, or request the erasure of your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact info@smegrants.ie.

7. Lodging a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) in Ireland at www.dataprotection.ie.