Cookies Policy

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website like ours. They help us remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to:

• Remember your login details so you don't have to enter them every time
• Track which pages you visit on our site to see what interests you most
• Save your language settings so the site displays information in your preferred language

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Session cookies: These cookies allow us to keep track of your session while you're browsing on a specific page or making transactions.
• Authentication tokens: We use these tokens to authenticate your identity when logging in, ensuring only authorized access.

Non-Essential Cookies

These cookies help improve our services and personalize your experience. You can opt out or adjust their settings as per your preference:

• Session Cookies: These cookies expire at the end of each browsing session (when you close your browser). They store temporary data such as items in a shopping cart.
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for longer periods, up to one year. They remember preferences and settings from previous visits.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance the functionality of our site:

• We use "remember me" cookies so you can stay logged in without needing to re-enter credentials.
• Our "language setting" cookie remembers which language you prefer so that it loads automatically on future visits.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

We employ analytics tools like Google Analytics, but we anonymize data as soon as possible. This way:

• We understand how visitors navigate our site for improvement
• No personally identifiable information is shared with third parties.
• Aggregate insights help us make informed decisions about website design and functionality.

Preference and Language Settings

Cookies remember your preference settings:

• The language you prefer (e.g., English, Irish) will be displayed consistently across sessions.
• This convenience feature reduces the time spent on selecting options each visit.

Browser Storage Technologies

We also use browser storage for certain purposes:

• Local Storage: When using our site, we can store specific data locally to enhance performance and reduce server requests.
• SessionStorage: Temporary items are stored in the sessionStorage when you log in or perform certain actions, such as storing login information.

Third-Party Integrations

We work with third parties (e.g., Google) for various functionalities:

• Analytics: To improve user experience and optimize website performance
• Advertising: For non-intrusive advertising based on interest grouping

Marketing and Communication Preferences

Your settings on marketing cookies are respected, meaning you won't see advertisements from us if you've opted out.

Cookie Consent Management

You can adjust cookie preferences in two main ways:

1. Browser controls: You'll find options to enable or disable specific types of cookies (like analytics) through browser settings.
2. Consent page on site: You are given a clear opportunity at the start and during your visit to give consent for our essential, non-essential, and third-party cookies.

Browser Cookie Controls

Each browser has its own cookie management:

• Internet Explorer: Tools -> Manage Add-ons
• Firefox: Options/Preferences (Privacy)
• Chrome: Settings -> Advanced Privacy
• Safari: Preferences -> Cookies & Website Data