Cookie policy.

Last updated: 15 August 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Dublin Area Plumbers (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. Read this alongside our Privacy Policy.

Under the EU ePrivacy rules and the GDPR, we use non-essential cookies only with your consent. You can manage or withdraw consent at any time via our Cookie Settings link (footer) or your browser settings.

Controller: Dublin Area Plumbers
Contact: 01 675 0941 · info@dublinareaplumbers.ie

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They may be set by us (first-party) or by other providers (third-party, e.g., analytics/advertising). Related tech includes local storage, pixels, SDKs and tags.

2. How we use cookies (categories & lawful bases)

  • Strictly Necessary (Essential) – required for core site functions (page navigation, security, consent logging).
    Lawful basis: Legitimate interests (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f)).

  • Performance/Analytics – help us understand site usage and improve performance (e.g., Google Analytics 4).
    Lawful basis: Consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)).

  • Advertising/Marketing – measure campaigns and show relevant ads (e.g., Google Ads, Meta).
    Lawful basis: Consent.

  • Functional/Preferences – remember choices (e.g., language, banner state) where not strictly necessary.
    Lawful basis: Consent.

We do not set non-essential cookies unless you opt in via our banner or Cookie Settings.

3. Your choices

  • Consent management: Use Cookie Settings (footer) to change or withdraw consent.

  • Browser controls: You can block/delete cookies in your browser; blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality.

  • Ad preferences: If you consented to advertising cookies, you can also adjust settings in Google/Meta.

4. Cookies we use (typical set)

Cookie names and lifespans can change as providers update their services. We review this list regularly.

4.a – Strictly Necessary (Essential) cookies (no consent required)
Provider Examples of cookies Purpose Typical duration Type
Squarespace (hosting/platform) ss_cid, ss_cvr, ss_cvisit, ss_cvt, ss_cpvisit, ss_cookieAllowed, crumb, ss_sd Core platform functions (page rendering, navigation), session management, security, and remembering cookie/banner choices. Session to up to 2 years (varies by cookie). Third-party (platform)
Security / anti-abuse Session tokens, anti-forgery/CSRF flags, rate-limit identifiers Protect the site, detect misuse, maintain reliability and availability. Session to 12 months (extended if under investigation). First/Third-party
Payments (if enabled) e.g., Stripe __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid Fraud prevention and secure checkout functionality. 30 minutes to 1 year Third-party
4.b – Performance / Analytics cookies (set only with consent)
Provider Examples of cookies Purpose Typical duration Type
Google Analytics 4 _ga, _ga_*, _gid Measure traffic & engagement to help improve site performance and content. _ga / _ga_*: up to 2 years; _gid: 24 hours Third-party
Hotjar (if enabled) _hjSessionUser_*, _hjSession_* Understand user interactions to improve UX (session-based analytics). _hjSessionUser_*: 1 year; _hjSession_*: ~30 minutes Third-party
Microsoft Clarity (if enabled) _clck, _clsk Session analytics & diagnostics to improve usability and performance. _clck: ~1 year; _clsk: ~1 day Third-party
4.c – Advertising / Marketing cookies (set only with consent)
Provider Examples of cookies Purpose Typical duration Type
Google Ads _gcl_au (and related conversion tags) Campaign measurement, conversions, and remarketing (if enabled). ~3 months Third-party
Meta (Facebook / Instagram) _fbp Reach/remarketing and campaign performance measurement. ~3 months Third-party
TikTok (if enabled) _ttp Attribution and ad performance/remarketing. 13 months (typical) Third-party
Microsoft Advertising (if enabled) _uetsid, _uetvid Conversions and remarketing across Microsoft properties. 1 day (session) to ~16 months Third-party
4.d – Functional / Preferences cookies (set only with consent)
Provider Examples of cookies Purpose Typical duration Type
Site preferences (first-party) Banner/state flags, language/locale, layout/view settings Remember user choices and preferences that are not strictly necessary for the site to function. Session to 12 months First-party
Embedded media (if enabled) player, vuid (Vimeo); VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, YSC, PREF (YouTube) Remember player settings (e.g., volume, autoplay) and improve playback experience. Session to 12 months Third-party
Live chat / support (if enabled) Chat widget state, conversation IDs (e.g., Intercom, Crisp) Maintain chat sessions and remember chat preferences between pages/visits. Session to 12 months Third-party

5. International transfers

Some providers (e.g., Google, Meta, Squarespace, and any future payment processor) may process data outside the EEA/UK. Where this occurs, we rely on recognised safeguards such as EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and, where applicable, the EU–US Data Privacy Framework for certified US providers. See our Privacy Policy for details.

6. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in law, technology, or our services. We’ll post the updated version here with a new Last updated date.

7. Contact

Questions about this Cookie Policy?
Dublin Area Plumbers, 1 Saint, St Andrew's St, Dublin 2, D02 R856
01 675 0941 · info@dublinareaplumbers.ie