Cookies Policy
Ballyvarney Sport Horse Medicine
Effective Date: November 18, 2025
Last Updated: November 18, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Ballyvarney Sport Horse Medicine (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
We comply with the ePrivacy Regulations (S.I. 336/2011) and the GDPR, which require us to obtain informed consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device.
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2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies serve various purposes, including enabling the site to function, improving user experience, and analysing website traffic.
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3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to operate and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by you (e.g., filling out forms, navigating pages).
Consent is not required for these cookies.
Examples (Wix may set):
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3.2 Functional Cookies
These enable enhanced functionality (e.g., remembering your preferences).
Consent required.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These allow us to analyse traffic and usage patterns to improve website performance.
May include:
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Google Analytics cookies
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Wix analytics cookies
Consent required.
3.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies
Used to track browsing habits and personalise advertising.
We will not place these cookies unless you give explicit consent.
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4. Cookies Set by Third Parties
Some cookies are placed by third parties whose services we use, such as:
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Wix.com
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Google (Analytics, reCAPTCHA, Maps, etc.)
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Social media embeds (if used)
We have no control over these third-party cookies. Please refer to their individual policies.
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5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under Irish ePrivacy law:
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Strictly necessary cookies: permitted without consent
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All other cookies: require prior, informed, opt-in consent
Your consent is obtained via our cookie banner when you first visit the site.
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6. Managing Cookies
You can:
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Adjust or withdraw consent at any time via our cookie settings tool (Wix cookie widget or custom code)
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Block cookies in your browser settings
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Delete existing cookies from your device
Note: blocking essential cookies may impact website functionality.
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7. Retention Periods
Cookies may be set for:
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Session (deleted when browser closes)
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Persistent (remain for a fixed duration)
Exact cookie durations depend on Wix and third-party settings and may vary automatically.
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8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
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9. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies, contact:
Ballyvarney Sport Horse Medicine
Green Road, Kildare, Co. Kildare, R51 YV04, Ireland
Email: info@ballyvarney.com