Cookie Policy

Last updated: August 25, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Irish Auto Market ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.irishautomarket.ie (the "Service").

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve your experience, and provide analytics information to help us improve our service.

Types of Cookies

  • Session Cookies: Expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain until manually deleted
  • First-Party Cookies: Set by our website directly
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services

Cookie Categories

  • Essential: Required for website function
  • Performance: Analytics and improvements
  • Functional: Remember preferences
  • Marketing: Advertising and targeting

2. How We Use Cookies

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
iam_sessionUser authentication and session managementSession
iam_csrfSecurity protection against attacksSession
iam_authRemember login status30 days
cookie_consentRemember your cookie preferences1 year

Performance & Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how you use our website (with your consent):

Cookie NamePurposeProvider
_ga, _ga_*Google Analytics - user identificationGoogle
iam_analyticsInternal analytics trackingIrish Auto Market

Functionality Cookies

Remember your preferences to improve your experience:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
iam_preferencesRemember search filters and preferences3 months
iam_locationRemember preferred location/county6 months
iam_view_modeRemember list/grid view preference1 month

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use reputable third-party services that may set their own cookies:

🔍 Google Analytics

  • Purpose: Website analytics and performance
  • Data: Page views, user interactions, device info
  • Privacy Policy: Google Privacy
  • Opt-out: Google Opt-out

💳 Payment Processors

  • Services: Stripe, PayPal
  • Purpose: Secure payment processing
  • Data: Payment-related information
  • Active: Only during payment processes

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

🔧 Your Choices

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:

  1. Cookie Banner: Choose preferences when first visiting
  2. Cookie Settings: Update via the link in our footer
  3. Browser Settings: Configure cookies in your browser
  4. Contact Us: Email info@irishautomarket.ie

Browser Cookie Controls

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

⚠️ Essential Cookies Disabled

  • Cannot log into your account
  • Security features may not function
  • Shopping cart/saved preferences lost
  • Website may not load correctly

📊 Analytics Cookies Disabled

  • Cannot improve website based on usage
  • Loading times may not be optimized
  • Error reporting limited
  • Less personalized experience

6. Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for different periods:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Authentication Cookies: Up to 30 days or until logout
  • Preference Cookies: 3-12 months depending on type
  • Analytics Cookies: Up to 2 years (anonymized after 14 months)

7. Contact Information

Data Protection Team:

Email: info@irishautomarket.ie

Phone: +353 871708603

Address: 26 Upper Pembroke Street, Dublin 2, D02X361, Ireland

This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By using our website, you acknowledge that you understand how we use cookies and agree to our practices as described above.

Last reviewed: August 25, 2025 | Next review: February 25, 2026