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Privacy Policy & Terms

Last updated: May 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to RaceRoutes. We are a community-focused project providing detailed race maps and elevation data for runners in Ireland. We respect your privacy and provide this data for informational purposes only.

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal data to operate this service:

  • Voluntary information — if you submit a correction, advertising inquiry, or new event, we collect your name and email address to verify details or contact you
  • Usage data — technical information like IP addresses may be logged by our hosting provider for security purposes
  • Analytics — we use privacy-focused tools including Google Analytics (via GTM) to track website trends. We respect your consent choices regarding cookie storage for these services

3. Third-Party Services & Links

We use trusted third-party services to operate this site:

  • Google AdSense — we display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other websites. You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.
  • Google Analytics via GTM — used to understand traffic trends. Analytics cookies are only set after you accept cookies via our consent banner.
  • Umami — a privacy-friendly, cookie-free analytics tool used to count page visits. It does not collect personal data or use cookies.
  • Web3Forms — handles contact, correction, and event submission forms.
  • Donorbox — processes donations securely. We do not store financial information on our servers.

Our site contains links to external race and registration websites. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

4. Intellectual Property

The course visualisations, GPX data processing, and elevation charts provided on this site remain the property of RaceRoutes.

5. No Warranty

While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, errors may occur. This service and all data are offered on an "as-is" basis without any warranty. Always follow official event signage and instructions on race day. Use of this data is at your own risk.

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us via the contact form.