This Cookie Policy explains how BridgeMedia.ie (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your choices for controlling them. This policy is intended to support compliance with applicable Irish and EU privacy laws, including the GDPR and ePrivacy rules.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences or how you navigate pages.

Similar technologies include local storage, pixels, and tags. In this policy, we refer to all of these as “cookies” for simplicity.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Ensure the website functions correctly and securely
• Remember your preferences (where applicable)
• Measure website traffic and usage to improve performance and content
• Help detect abuse, prevent fraud, and maintain site security

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to operate and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as submitting forms or setting privacy preferences. Without these cookies, parts of the site may not function properly.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g., pages visited, time on site, and traffic sources) so we can improve performance and content. Where required, we will only set these cookies with your consent.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the site to remember choices you make (such as preferred settings) and provide enhanced, more personal features. Where required, we will only set these cookies with your consent.

3.4 Marketing Cookies

We do not use cookies for advertising, retargeting, or behavioural marketing on BridgeMedia.ie. If this changes, we will update this policy and request consent where required.

4. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie banner or consent tool. If we use non-essential cookies (such as analytics cookies), we will request your consent before placing them. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time (see Section 6).

5. Cookies Set by Third Parties

Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use (for example, an analytics provider if enabled). Third-party cookies are controlled by the third party, not by us. We recommend reviewing the third party’s cookie and privacy information for details of what they collect and how they use it.

6. How to Control Cookies

You can control cookies in several ways:

• Cookie consent tool: Where available, you can update your cookie choices via our cookie banner/settings.
• Browser settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. You can usually find these controls in your browser’s “Settings” or “Preferences” menu.
• Device controls: Some mobile devices allow you to reset advertising identifiers or limit tracking (if applicable).

Please note: blocking some cookies (especially strictly necessary cookies) may impact the functionality of the website.

7. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or you delete them

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, contact us:

Email: ivan@bridgemedia.ie