Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 14, 2024

At +353 1 453-5984, we use cookies and similar technologies to improve the user experience, personalise content and advertising, provide social media features, and analyse our website traffic. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences in accordance with Ireland privacy laws and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. They store information on your device to save certain interactions or preferences.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use various types of cookies on our website:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the proper functioning of the website and cannot be disabled.
  • Performance Cookies: Help understand how users interact with our website to improve functionality.
  • Functionality Cookies: Store your preferences such as language or region settings.
  • Advertising/Targeting Cookies: Provide relevant advertising based on your interests (requires consent).
  • Social Media Cookies: Enable integration with social media platforms (requires consent).

3. How We Use Cookies

Cookies are used for:

  • Storing your preferences and settings.
  • Improving and personalising your website experience.
  • Analysing usage to improve functionality and performance.
  • Offering relevant advertising (with your explicit consent).
  • Enabling social media features (with your consent).
  • Ensuring website security and preventing fraud.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party cookies for analytics, social media integration, and targeted advertising. Examples include:

  • Google Analytics for website traffic analysis.
  • Integration with social networks like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
  • Advertising platforms such as Google Ads and Facebook Ads.

Please consult the privacy policies of third-party providers for detailed information about their cookie practices and data processing.

5. How to Manage Your Cookie Settings

You can manage your cookie settings through your browser settings:

Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox Safari Internet Explorer

Important: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your user experience.

6. Cookie Consent

In compliance with Ireland privacy laws and GDPR, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or contacting us directly.

7. Privacy and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data as defined under GDPR and Ireland privacy laws (Legislative Decree 196/2003 as amended by Legislative Decree 101/2018). Our collection and use of this information is governed by our Privacy Policy and applicable EU and Ireland privacy regulations.

8. Data Retention

We retain cookie data for different periods depending on their purpose:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Retained for the period specified in each cookie or until manually deleted
  • Analytics cookies: Typically retained for 2 years
  • Marketing cookies: Retained for up to 13 months

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Material changes will be notified through appropriate means, and we will update the "Last Updated" date accordingly.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us:

  • Email: info@kilmainhammuseum.ie
  • Address: Inchicore Road, Kilmainham Dublin D08 RK28, Ireland
Note: This Cookie Policy complies with Ireland privacy laws and GDPR. For data protection matters, you may also contact the Ireland Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali) if you are not satisfied with our response.