Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
1. Who We Are
SkillTribe.io is operated by SkillTribe (CRO number: 744169), a company registered in Ireland, with its registered address at 77 Camden Street Lower, Dublin 2, Dublin, D02XE80, Ireland. SkillTribe acts as the data controller for personal data collected through this website and its services.
Contact: hello@skilltribe.io
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
-
Identity data: name, email address, phone number
-
Payment data: payment method details processed via Stripe (we do not store card details directly)
-
Communications data: messages sent via email, LinkedIn, or Slack
-
Coaching session data: notes, recordings (via Fireflies AI), and programme progress
-
Community data: activity and posts within The Tribe Slack community
-
Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, geographic location
-
Usage data: how you interact with our website (via Google Analytics)
-
Calendar data: scheduling information where provided
-
LinkedIn profile information where shared voluntarily
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data when you:
-
Purchase a programme or service via our website or Stripe payment link
-
Create an account or enrol in a programme
-
Participate in coaching sessions (including recorded sessions via Fireflies AI)
-
Participate in introductory calls (including recorded sessions via Fireflies AI)
-
Join and participate in The Tribe Slack community
-
Contact us by Google Form application, email, LinkedIn, or any other channel
-
Visit our website (via cookies and analytics tools)
4. Legal Basis and Purpose for Processing
We process your personal data on the following legal bases under Article 6 of the UE GDPR:
-
Data Type: Name, email, payment details
-
Purpose: Deliver programme services, process payments, communicate with you
-
Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(b) — Contractual necessity
-
Data Type: Session recordings (Fireflies AI)
-
Purpose: Provide replay access; improve coaching quality
-
Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(b) — Contractual necessity / Article 6(1)(f) — Legitimate interests
-
Data Type: IP address, usage data, analytics
-
Purpose: Improve website and services; understand visitor behaviour
-
Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(a) — Consent (via cookie banner)
-
Data Type: Marketing communications
-
Purpose: Send updates, offers, programme information
-
Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(a) — Consent (opt-in)
-
Data Type: All data — fraud/security
-
Purpose: Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
-
Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(f) — Legitimate interests
-
Data Type: All data — legal compliance
-
Purpose: Meet legal obligations
-
Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(c) — Legal obligation
5. Data Processors and Third-Party Services
We share data with the following trusted service providers who act as data processors on our behalf. Each is bound by data processing agreements and GDPR-compliant terms:
-
Processor: Stripe
-
Purpose: Payment processing
-
Location / Transfer Basis: US — EU-US Data Privacy Framework
-
Processor: Fireflies AI
-
Purpose: Session recording and transcription
-
Location / Transfer Basis: US — Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
-
Processor: Slack (Salesforce)
-
Purpose: Community platform (The Tribe)
-
Location / Transfer Basis: US — EU-US Data Privacy Framework
-
Processor: Google Analytics
-
Purpose: Website analytics
-
Location / Transfer Basis: US — EU-US Data Privacy Framework
-
Processor: Google Workspace
-
Purpose: Internal data storage (Google Sheets, Drive)
-
Location / Transfer Basis: US — EU-US Data Privacy Framework
-
Processor: Wix
-
Purpose: Website hosting
-
Location / Transfer Basis: EU/US — Wix DPA
-
Processor: Consultants / VAs
-
Purpose: Operational support
-
Location / Transfer Basis: Ireland — Bound by confidentiality obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.
6. Session Recordings — Fireflies AI
Coaching sessions may be recorded using Fireflies AI for the purpose of providing replay access and improving coaching quality.
The following applies:
-
Clients are informed of recording at the start of each session
-
Recordings are stored within the Fireflies AI platform and are not publicly accessible
-
Group session recordings are only shared with the specific client whose portion is being shared, and only upon request
-
1:1 session recordings are not shared by default
-
You may request deletion of any recording by contacting hello@skilltribe.io
-
Breakout rooms are not recorded
7. International Data Transfers
Some of our data processors are located outside the European Union, including in the United States. We ensure that all international transfers of personal data are protected by appropriate safeguards, including:
-
Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
-
The EU-US Data Privacy Framework (where applicable)
-
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
If you would like further information about the specific transfer mechanisms in place, please contact us at hello@skilltribe.io
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy. The following retention periods apply:
-
Data Category: Client programme data (name, email, payment records)
-
Retention Period: 6 years from end of engagement (Irish tax/legal requirements)
-
Data Category: Session recordings (Fireflies AI)
-
Retention Period: 12 months from recording date, then deleted unless retention is requested
-
Data Category: Slack community data (onboarding records)
-
Retention Period: 12 months after leaving the community, then deleted on request
-
Data Category: Website analytics (Google Analytics)
-
Retention Period: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
-
Data Category: Marketing communications consent records
-
Retention Period: Until consent is withdrawn, plus 1 year
-
Data Category: Cookie consent records
-
Retention Period: 12 months
9. Cookies:
We use cookies and similar technologies on this website to improve your experience and to analyse how our site is used. You can accept or decline non-essential cookies via the cookie banner when you first visit our site, or update your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link in our footer. For more information on the specific cookies we use and their purposes, please contact hello@skilltribe.io
In summary, we use:
-
Strictly necessary cookies: required for the website to function — no consent needed
-
Analytics cookies (Google Analytics): to understand how visitors use our site — require your consent
-
Functional cookies: to remember your preferences — may require consent
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time via the cookie settings on our website.
10. Your Rights Under GDPR:
As a data subject in the EU/EEA, you have the following rights:
-
Right of access — to request a copy of your personal data
-
Right to rectification — to correct inaccurate or incomplete data
-
Right to erasure ('right to be forgotten') — to request deletion of your data
-
Right to restriction of processing
-
Right to data portability
-
Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
-
Right to withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: hello@skilltribe.io and 77 Camden Street Lower, Dublin 2, Dublin, D02XE80, Ireland. We will respond within one month.
11. Right to Lodge a Complaint:
If you are not satisfied with how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority. EU/EEA clients may contact the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC). UK clients may contact the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
-
DPC (EU/EEA): www.dataprotection.ie — 21 Fitzwilliam Square South, Dublin 2, D02 RD28, Ireland
-
ICO (UK): www.ico.org.uk — Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF, UK
12. Minors:
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a minor has provided personal data to us, please contact us immediately.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Where changes are material, we will notify you by email or via a notice on our website. The date of the most recent revision is shown at the top of this document.
14. Contact:
For any questions or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or your personal data:
-
Email: hello@skilltribe.io
-
Post: 77 Camden Street Lower, Dublin 2, Dublin, D02XE80, Ireland
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction:
This Privacy Policy and our data processing practices are governed by Irish law and the laws of the European Union. However, nothing in this policy affects any mandatory rights you may have under the laws of the country in which you are based.
UK clients: Your data is processed in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. You may exercise your rights and lodge complaints with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
US clients: Our services are governed by Irish and EU law. US-based clients do not benefit from the EU/UK 14-day cooling-off right, but remain entitled to the refund and dispute resolution provisions set out in our Client Terms and Conditions.
