How we use cookies
A cookie is a small file which asks permission to be placed on your computer’s hard drive. Once you agree, the file is added and the cookie helps analyse web traffic or lets you know when you visit a particular site. Cookies allow web applications to respond to you as an individual. The web application can tailor its operations to your needs, likes and dislikes by gathering and remembering information about your preferences.
We use traffic log cookies to identify which pages are being used. This helps us analyse data about webpage traffic and improve our website in order to tailor it to customer needs. We only use this information for statistical analysis purposes and then the data is removed from the system.
Overall, cookies help us provide you with a better website by enabling us to monitor which pages you find useful and which you do not. A cookie in no way gives us access to your computer or any information about you, other than the data you choose to share with us.
You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. This may prevent you from taking full advantage of the website.
Cookies we collect
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4), a web analytics service provided by Google, to analyse traffic and usage trends on our website. GA4 helps us understand how visitors interact with our site and improve our services.
Types of Data Collected
GA4 sets cookies on your device to facilitate data collection. The data collected may include your IP address, user interactions, device information, and other usage data.
Purpose of Data Collection
We use the data collected by GA4 to:
- Improve website functionality
- Understand user behaviour and preferences
- Enhance user experience
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
Consent Mode
We use GA4 in conjunction with Consent Mode, allowing us to adjust data collection based on your consent preferences. You can manage your consent preferences via our Cookie Consent banner, which allows you to control whether analytics cookies are set. You may withdraw your consent to cookies at any time.
Data Sharing
We may share the collected data with Google for analysis and reporting purposes. Google may also use this data to improve their services.
Data Retention
The data collected via GA4 will be retained for [specify the retention period, e.g., 14 months], after which it will be automatically deleted.
Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request the correction of inaccurate data
- Request the deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict the processing of your data
Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via our Cookie Consent banner. Additionally, you can disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information on how to manage cookies in your browser.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our cookies policy or data practices, please contact us at: info@irishrocknrollmuseum.com
