Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 10 March 2026
Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Wayfound uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit wayfound.ie (the “Website”).
This Cookie Policy is intended to help you understand what cookies are, why they may be used on the Website, and what choices you have in relation to them. It should be read together with our Privacy Statement.
By using the Website, and where applicable by accepting cookies through any cookie banner or consent tool made available on the Website, you acknowledge that cookies may be used in the manner described in this Cookie Policy.
- Introduction
Wayfound uses cookies and similar technologies to support the operation of the Website, improve user experience, understand how visitors interact with the Website, and help maintain the Website’s performance and security.
Cookies are commonly used on modern websites and, depending on the type used, may be necessary for the Website to function properly or may assist in gathering information about usage and performance.
Not all cookies perform the same function. Some are essential to the operation of the Website, while others help improve functionality, remember preferences, or provide analytics information.
Where required by applicable law, non-essential cookies will only be used where the relevant user has provided consent.
- What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are downloaded and stored on your device, browser, or computer when you visit a website. They allow a website to recognise your device and store certain information about your visit.
Cookies may serve a number of different purposes, including enabling core website functions, remembering preferences, enhancing the browsing experience, and collecting information about how a website is used.
Cookies may store or relate to information such as:
- User preferences
- Session information
- Website activity
- Browser settings
- Analytics and usage data
- Technical information about the device or browser
Cookies do not usually identify a person directly by name. However, depending on the circumstances, information collected through cookies may constitute personal data where it can be linked to an identifiable individual.
In addition to cookies, websites may use similar technologies such as pixels, tags, scripts, or local storage. For ease of reference, this policy uses the term “cookies” to refer to cookies and similar technologies unless the context requires otherwise.
- Why We Use Cookies
Wayfound may use cookies for a number of legitimate Website-related purposes.
These may include:
- Ensuring the Website functions properly
- Enabling basic page navigation and core functionality
- Supporting Website security and stability
- Remembering user preferences where applicable
- Understanding how visitors use the Website
- Monitoring Website performance and technical issues
- Improving the design, usability, and content of the Website
- Measuring engagement with pages or content
Cookies help Wayfound better understand how the Website is being used and how the user experience can be improved.
Some cookies are necessary for the operation of the Website, while others are optional and are used only to help improve the Website or gather analytics data.
- Types of Cookies We May Use
The Website may use the following categories of cookies.
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and enable core functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas where applicable, security controls, and basic technical functionality.
Without these cookies, the Website may not function properly.
Strictly necessary cookies are generally used because they are required in order to deliver the Website or a service requested by the user. These cookies do not typically require consent where applicable law permits their use without consent.
Examples of functions that may depend on strictly necessary cookies include:
- Maintaining session integrity
- Enabling form submissions
- Supporting security mechanisms
- Managing cookie preferences
- Ensuring the Website displays and operates correctly
4.2 Performance Cookies
Performance cookies help us understand how the Website is performing and whether users encounter technical issues while browsing.
These cookies may collect information about matters such as:
- Page load times
- Error messages
- General Website responsiveness
- Browser and device compatibility
- Technical performance metrics
The information collected through performance cookies helps improve the speed, reliability, and functionality of the Website.
4.3 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website. For example, they may show which pages are visited most often, how users arrive at the Website, how long they spend on particular pages, and how they move through the Website.
This information helps Wayfound:
- Assess which content is most useful
- Improve the structure and navigation of the Website
- Identify areas where the Website can be improved
- Better understand visitor behaviour and engagement
Analytics cookies generally collect information in an aggregated or pseudonymised form, but in some circumstances the data collected may still amount to personal data.
Where required by law, analytics cookies will be used only where the relevant user has consented.
4.4 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies may be used to remember choices made by users and to provide enhanced features or a more personalised browsing experience.
For example, such cookies may remember:
- Language preferences
- Display settings
- Previously selected preferences
- Cookie choices or consent settings
These cookies are not always strictly necessary, but they can improve usability and convenience.
4.5 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies used on the Website may be placed by third-party service providers whose services are used to support the Website.
This may arise, for example, where the Website uses:
- Website analytics tools
- Embedded maps
- Video content
- Social media integrations
- External platforms or plug-ins
These third parties may collect information through their cookies in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. Wayfound does not control third-party cookies and is not responsible for how third parties process information collected through them.
Users should review the relevant policies of such third parties where appropriate.
- How Long Cookies Remain on Your Device
Cookies may remain on your device for different periods of time depending on the type of cookie involved.
5.1 Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device only for the duration of your browsing session. They are usually deleted automatically when you close your browser.
These cookies are often used to support basic Website functionality during a single visit.
5.2 Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device after your browsing session ends and stay in place until they expire or are manually deleted.
These cookies may be used to remember preferences, recognise returning visitors, or support analytics over time.
The duration of persistent cookies may vary depending on their purpose and configuration.
- Legal Basis for the Use of Cookies
Where applicable law requires consent for the use of certain cookies, Wayfound will seek to obtain that consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
Strictly necessary cookies may be used without consent where they are required for the proper operation of the Website or to provide a service requested by the user.
Other cookies, such as analytics, performance, or functional cookies, may be used on the basis of consent where required.
Users may withdraw or adjust cookie preferences at any time, subject to the functionality of any cookie consent mechanism made available on the Website.
- Third-Party Services
The Website may use third-party services that place cookies or use similar technologies in connection with their services.
These may include, for example:
- Analytics providers
- Website hosting or optimisation services
- Embedded media providers
- External communications or contact tools
Where third-party cookies are used, the relevant third party may collect and process information in accordance with its own privacy and cookie policies. Wayfound does not control those third-party policies, technologies, or practices.
Users should consult the privacy and cookie policies of relevant third parties for further information.
- Managing and Controlling Cookies
You can manage cookies in a number of ways.
8.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow users to control cookies through browser settings. Depending on your browser, you may be able to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Configure your browser to notify you before cookies are placed
Please note that if you block or disable cookies, some parts of the Website may not function correctly or may become unavailable.
8.2 Cookie Consent Tool
If the Website uses a cookie banner or consent management tool, you may be able to manage your cookie preferences directly through that tool.
This may allow you to accept, reject, or customise the use of certain categories of cookies.
8.3 Device and Browser Controls
In some cases, devices and mobile applications also offer settings that allow users to control tracking technologies or clear stored data.
Users should consult their browser or device help documentation for further information on how to manage cookie preferences.
- Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or reject certain cookies, your experience of the Website may be affected.
For example:
- Some Website functions may not operate properly
- Preferences may not be remembered
- Certain features may become unavailable
- Website performance or usability may be reduced
Strictly necessary cookies are generally required in order for the Website to function properly. Disabling these may result in parts of the Website not working as intended.
- Personal Data and Cookies
Information collected through cookies may, in some circumstances, constitute personal data under applicable data protection law.
Where cookie-related information amounts to personal data, that information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Statement and applicable data protection law.
For more information about how Wayfound handles personal data, please refer to our Privacy Statement.
- Changes to This Cookie Policy
Wayfound may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, regulatory guidance, Website functionality, or the cookies and technologies used on the Website.
Any revised version will be published on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Users are encouraged to review this Cookie Policy periodically to remain informed about how cookies are used on the Website.
- Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on the Website, please contact Wayfound at:
Email: info@wayfound.ie
Website: wayfound.ie