Cookies Policy

Effective Date: 19.05.2025

This Cookies Policy explains how Fitzpatrick & Co Chartered Accountants Limited (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website: https://www.fitzpatrickaccountants.ie (the “Website”).

By continuing to browse or use our Website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you adjust your browser settings or withdraw your consent (where applicable).


1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, improve performance, and enhance your browsing experience.

Cookies can be:


2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Website:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and cannot be switched off in our systems. They include:

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website, so we can improve it over time. They include:

We use anonymised or pseudonymised data where possible.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced features and personalisation, such as:


3. Cookies in Use

WordPress

Functional

Usage

We use WordPress for website development. Read more

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Functional

Name
Expiration
session
Function
Store browser details
Name
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store user preferences
Name
Expiration
1 year
Function
Store user preferences
Name
Expiration
session
Function
Read if cookies can be placed
Name
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store logged in users
Name
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store user preferences

Wordfence

Functional

Usage

We use Wordfence for security and fraud prevention. Read more

Sharing data

For more information, please read the Wordfence Privacy Statement.

Functional

Name
Expiration
1 day
Function
Read to determine if the user is logged in

Google reCAPTCHA

Marketing, Functional

Usage

We use Google reCAPTCHA for spam prevention. Read more

Sharing data

For more information, please read the Google reCAPTCHA Privacy Statement.

Marketing

Name
Expiration
session
Function
Read and filter requests from bots
Name
Expiration
session
Function
Read and filter requests from bots
Name
Expiration
persistent
Function
Read and filter requests from bots

Functional

Name
Expiration
6 months
Function
Provide spam protection

Elementor

Statistics (anonymous)

Usage

We use Elementor for content creation. Read more

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Statistics (anonymous)

Name
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store performed actions on the website

Complianz

Functional

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties. For more information, please read the Complianz Privacy Statement.

Functional

Name
Expiration
365 days
Function
Store cookie consent preferences
Name
Expiration
365 days
Function
Store cookie consent preferences
Name
Expiration
365 days
Function
Store accepted cookie policy ID
Name
Expiration
365 days
Function
Store cookie consent preferences
Name
Expiration
365 days
Function
Store cookie consent preferences
Name
Expiration
365 days
Function
Store cookie consent preferences
Name
Expiration
365 days
Function
Store if the cookie banner has been dismissed

Miscellaneous

Purpose pending investigation

Usage

Sharing data

Sharing of data is pending investigation

Purpose pending investigation

Name
e_kit-elements-defaults
Expiration
Function
Name
e_my_templates_source
Expiration
Function
Name
adobeCleanFontAdded
Expiration
Function


4. Managing Cookies

When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner giving you the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

You can also manage or disable cookies in your browser settings:

Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.


5. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics, which may place cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies directly.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking via:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout


6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our services. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date”.


7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:

Fitzpatrick & Co Chartered Accountants Limited
77 Biscayne, Malahide, Co Dublin K36KW83
Email: derek@fitzpatrickaccountants.ie