Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 11, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
2. How We Use Cookies
The Irish Box uses cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as:
- User authentication and login sessions
- Shopping cart functionality
- Security features
- Remembering your consent preferences
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering choices you make:
- Language and region preferences
- Previously selected subscription options
- Display preferences
2.3 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Traffic sources and user journeys
- Performance metrics
2.4 Marketing Cookies
With your consent, we may use marketing cookies to:
- Deliver relevant advertisements
- Track ad campaign effectiveness
- Limit the number of times you see an ad
3. Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_token | User authentication | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remember consent choice | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics | 2 years |
| stripe_mid | Payment processing | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Stripe: For secure payment processing
- Google Analytics: For website analytics
- Social Media: For sharing functionality
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies (note: this may affect website functionality)
Cookie Preferences
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not work properly:
- You may not be able to log in to your account
- Shopping cart items may not be saved
- Your preferences may not be remembered
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant changes through our website.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@theirishbox.ie
- Address: 123 Shamrock Street, Dublin 2, Ireland