Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 13th May, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Ballincollig Tidy Towns uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you disable them through your browser settings or cookie preferences.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners about how visitors use the site.
Cookies may be:
Session Cookies – deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies – remain on your device for a set period
First-Party Cookies – set by our website
Third-Party Cookies – set by external services
3. How We Use Cookies
We may use cookies to:
Ensure the website functions correctly
Improve website performance and usability
Understand how visitors use the website
Remember user preferences
Help maintain website security
4. Types of Cookies We May Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the operation of the website and cannot usually be disabled.
Examples may include:
Security cookies
Session management cookies
Cookie consent preferences
Analytics or Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting anonymous information such as:
Number of visitors
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
Traffic sources
We may use services such as:
Analytics data is generally anonymised where possible.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as language or accessibility preferences, to provide enhanced features.
Third-Party Cookies
Some content or services on our website may come from third parties, including:
Embedded maps
Social media feeds
Video content
These providers may place cookies on your device independently of us.
Examples may include:
We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third-party services.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
View stored cookies
Delete cookies
Block cookies from specific websites
Block all cookies
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Useful browser guidance can be found at:
6. Consent
Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
You may withdraw or change your cookie preferences at any time.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Ballincollig Tidy Towns
Email: info@ballincolligtidytowns.ie