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Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Glengowla Mines (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on the website (the “Service”).
By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember information about your visit (e.g., preferences, login status, performance data).

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Make the website work properly.

  • Improve your experience (e.g., saving form entries and language preferences).

  • Understand how the website is being used.

  • Deliver analytics and marketing services.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

a. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They include, for example:

  • Cookies that remember your session or login status.

  • Cookies that make forms and other features work.

b. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use the site (e.g., pages visited, time spent). This helps us improve how the site works.
Examples may include:

  • Google Analytics cookies (e.g., _ga, _gid)

Note: If Google Analytics is used, include specific cookie names your configuration sets.

c. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization (e.g., remembering your preferences).

d. Targeting / Advertising Cookies

These may be set through our site by advertising partners to build profiles of interests and show relevant ads. We do not use advertising cookies unless you opt into them (if applicable).

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some content and analytics tools on our site may set their own cookies, such as:

  • Google Analytics

  • Social media plug-ins (e.g., Facebook, Instagram)

    These cookies are not controlled by us. You should review the relevant third party’s own cookie policy for more information.

6. Consent and Cookie Settings

When you first visit our site, you will be presented with a cookie banner asking for your consent to set non-essential cookies.
You can change your cookie settings at any time through your browser settings or by adjusting preferences within the cookie banner if available.

7. How to Manage Cookies

Most browsers let you control cookies through settings. You can:

  • Block cookies

  • Delete cookies

  • Manage preferences per site

To learn how to manage cookies in your browser, visit the browser’s help site (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).

8. More Information About Specific Cookies

Below is a sample list of common cookies you might find on this site. Add or update based on your specific setup:

Cookie Name

Provider

Purpose

Expiry

_ga

Google Analytics

Distinguishes users

2 years

_gid

Google Analytics

Distinguishes users

24 hours

wordpress_*

WordPress Core

Site functionality login

Session

(This table should be updated with the actual cookies your site sets.)

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact:
Email: info@glengowlamines.ie