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:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies – stored until they expire or are deleted manually
- First-party cookies – set by our Website
- Third-party cookies – set by other domains (e.g., Google Analytics)
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:
- Load balancing and security functions
- Session management (e.g. remembering cookie preferences)
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website, so we can improve it over time. They include:
- Google Analytics – tracks page views, bounce rates, traffic sources, etc.
We use anonymised or pseudonymised data where possible.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced features and personalisation, such as:
- Remembering your preferences (e.g., language, region)
- Providing live chat or form autofill options (if applicable)
3. Cookies in Use
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:
- Google Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: about:preferences#privacy
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
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