Cookie Notice

We believe it is essential for you to understand how we use cookies and other similar technologies. This Cookie Notice (“Notice”) provides you with detailed information about the purpose of using cookies and similar technologies, the types of cookies and similar technologies we use, and the options available to you regarding their use. Throughout this Notice, the term “cookies” refer to cookies and ither similar technologies defined by the EU Privacy and Electronic Communications Directive (e-Privacy).

A cookie is a small text file that is placed on your device by a web server which enables a website and/or mobile app to recognise repeat users, facilitate the user’s ongoing access to and use of a website and/or mobile app and allows the website and/or mobile app to track usage behaviour and compile aggregate data that will allow content improvements and targeted advertising. We collate information on in relation to the website which is represented in aggregate format through cookies. They help us to improve the Service and to deliver many of the functions that make your browser experience more user friendly.

By using the Service and accepting the terms of this Notice you are consenting to the use of cookies as described in this Notice (i.e. you are agreeing to the placement of cookies on your device unless you specifically choose not to receive cookies). You will be given the opportunity to object to the use of cookies on the website by way of a ‘pop-up’.

The ‘Help Menu’ on the menu bar of most browsers will tell you how to prevent your browser from accepting new cookies, how to have the browser notify you when you receive a new cookie and how to disable cookies altogether. You can also disable or delete similar data used by browser add-ons, such as flash cookies, by changing the add-on’s settings or visiting the website of its manufacturer. Like many online platforms, Coillte uses cookies for various purposes, such as making your browsing experience smoother and more secure, helping you move between pages or returning to the site without re-entering information, remembering your preferences, protecting your data and improving overall usability.

Types of Cookies 

The cookies we use generally fall into one of the following categories:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled on our servers. Typically, cookies are only placed in response to your actions that amount to a request for services, such as changing your privacy preferences, signing in, or filling out forms.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

Performance cookies enable us to track statistics by monitoring visits and traffic sources, allowing us to measure and enhance the performance of our website. Cookies may be set by us or by third party partners (e.g. Google, Facebook, Vimeo) to help us determine which pages and videos are the most and least popular and to track how visitors navigate the website.

 

 

Functionality Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to deliver increased functionality and personalization based on your use of the website. These may be set by us or by third-party service providers, such as Google, whose services we have integrated into our websites.

Advertising and Marketing Cookies

Our advertising partners, such as Facebook, may place “targeting” cookies through our website. These companies may use them to create a profile of your interests and display similar adverts on other websites.

We use first-party and third-party cookies on our website. First-party cookies are set by the website you are visiting. For example, when you visit our site, cookies used to remember your preferences are third-party cookies. Third-party cookies are set by a company that does not operate the page or domain you are visiting. For example, Google Analytics may place cookies on our site to analyse traffic.

Coillte uses Cookie Bot® to continuously scan the website to detect all active cookies, trackers, and third-party scripts, and automatically categorises them (e.g., necessary, preferences, statistics, marketing. You can find a list of cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them at the following link.

You should also be aware that there are cookies which are found in other companies’ internet tools which we may use to enhance the website. You may see ‘social buttons’ during your use of the website, including but not limited to Twitter and LinkedIn, which enable you to share or bookmark certain web pages.  These websites have their own cookies, which are controlled by them.

Other Similar Technologies 

In addition to cookies, we may also use other similar technologies on our website.

Managing Cookies 

Cookies can be managed and controlled in numerous ways. Please bear in mind that removing or deactivating cookies may affect your user experience and cause portions of this website to become inoperable.

If cookies are not necessarily required for the operation of our website, we will request your permission to use them upon your first visit. To provide or withdraw consent, click “Manage Cookie Preferences” at the top of this page.

Any consent to accept or decline cookies is restricted to the website for which this Cookie Notice is posted and does not extend to other websites or pages that may be connected to our Website. Please refer to the privacy or cookie notices on such websites for further information on the cookies used by those websites.

Web Browser Opt-out

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default, but you have options to manage them if you prefer not to allow cookies. Many browsers offer tools to control cookie settings. You can configure your browser to block certain types of cookies. You can also remove cookies from your browser. However, options for managing cookies on mobile browsers may be more limited. For specific instructions, please check your browser’s settings.

Mobile Device Opt-out

Mobile operating systems may allow you to opt out of data collection for interest-based advertising. Check the settings on your device and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Please note that third parties (including, for example, advertising networks and providers of external services like web traffic analysis services) may also use cookies, over which we have no control. These cookies are typically performance or advertising/marketing cookies.

We may use third parties such as Google Analytics to collect user information, including through the use of cookies (flash and non-flash) and web beacons.  They help us to improve our website and to deliver many of the functions that make your browser experience more user friendly.

Changes to this Cookie Notice 

We reserve the right to change or amend this Cookie Notice at our discretion. As we modify this Notice, we will update the revision date at the bottom of this page, and the new or amended Cookie Notice will apply to you and your information as of the revision date.

We recommend you to periodically examine this Cookie Notice in order to remain informed regarding our cookie usage.

Last updated on 03.06.2026.