Cookies Policy

 Cookie Policy

Trade Affairs Ltd

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Trade Affairs Ltd (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website [www.tradeaffairs.ie] (“Site”). We are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use data online.

For information on how we process personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve performance, and provide analytical information to site owners.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions.

Example: session cookies, security tokens

Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Example: Google Analytics cookies

 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to enhance your experience on our site.

Example: language preferences, saved settings

 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver targeted ads. They may be set by us or third-party advertising networks.

Example: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook, YouTube) which may set cookies on your device when you visit our site. These cookies are subject to the third parties’ privacy policies.

5. How We Obtain Your Consent

On your first visit to our website, you will see a cookie banner requesting your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies

• Reject all except necessary

• Customize preferences

You can withdraw or change your consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link available on the website footer.

6. How to Control Cookies

You can control or delete cookies at any time through:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies in their settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies

• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security

• Safari: Preferences > Privacy

• Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies

Cookie Preference Tool

Use our on-site cookie control tool to manage consent and categories.

7. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser

• Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period

We retain cookie data only as long as necessary for their purpose.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified via our website.

9. Contact Us

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

Trade Affairs Ltd

 Email: admin@tradeaffairs.co.uk