Introduction
At French-Grinds.ie, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, store, and use cookies. This Cookie Policy outlines what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences while using our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit websites. They help websites function more efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide analytical data. Some cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website, while others collect anonymous data to improve services.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies
- These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Analytics and Performance Cookies
- We use Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Microsoft Clarity to gather anonymous information about how visitors use our website. These cookies help us analyze data on website traffic and visitor behavior, enabling us to improve our site’s performance.
- Data collected includes the number of visitors, pages visited, and actions taken on the site. All data is anonymized and aggregated, meaning no personal data is stored.
- Google-Related Cookies
- Google sets cookies that may collect data regarding your interactions with our site for analytics purposes. These cookies help improve user experience by allowing us to understand how users interact with our site.
Third-Party Cookies
Currently, we do not use any third-party services like Google Ads, YouTube, or social media embeds that would set additional cookies. All cookies on our website are directly linked to our use of Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Microsoft Clarity.
Cookie Duration
Cookies set on our website are retained for a period of 12 months unless you clear them manually from your browser. After this period, cookies will expire and stop collecting data unless you revisit the website.
Managing Cookie Preferences
Upon your first visit to French-Grinds.ie, you will be presented with a cookie banner to manage your cookie preferences. You have the option to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie settings by opting in or out of specific cookie categories (e.g., analytics cookies).
You can modify or withdraw your consent at any time via our cookie banner or your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
How to Delete or Block Cookies
You can manage your cookie settings directly through your browser. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block cookies
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Enable “Do Not Track” requests
For detailed instructions, refer to your browser’s help documentation. Please note that restricting cookies may impact some parts of the website’s performance.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: bastien618@gmail.com
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have control over your data when using French-Grinds.ie.