Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Alternatives to Violence Project (Ireland) CLG (“AVP Ireland”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://avpireland.ie.
We use cookies to make our website work properly, improve user experience, and understand how visitors use it. This policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, and how you can control them.
For more information on how we handle personal data, please read our Privacy Notice.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit it.
They help websites remember your actions and preferences (like login details, language, or display settings) over a period of time.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: deleted automatically when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: remain on your device until they expire or are deleted manually.
- First-party cookies: set directly by our website.
- Third-party cookies: set by external services we use (e.g. analytics or embedded videos).
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure our website works correctly
- Keep our volunteer portal secure
- Remember your preferences (such as login or display settings)
- Analyse how visitors use our site (to improve design and usability)
- Manage embedded services such as forms, maps, or videos
We do not use cookies to serve advertising or track users across unrelated websites.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type of Cookie | Purpose | Examples / Notes |
| Strictly Necessary Cookies | Required for the website to function (e.g. login, security, session management). | Cannot be disabled through our cookie banner. |
| Functional Cookies | Remember your preferences and choices. | For example, remembering form inputs or preferred display settings. |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve performance and content. | May include privacy-friendly tools such as Google Analytics (anonymised IP) or Microsoft Clarity. |
| Third-Party / Embedded Content Cookies | Enable functionality from third-party services such as embedded videos, maps, or social media links. | For example, YouTube or Google Maps integrations. |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some content or features on our website may come from external providers (for example, Google or YouTube).
These services may set their own cookies when you interact with them.
We do not control these cookies. Please review the privacy or cookie policies of those providers for details.
6. Your Cookie Choices and Control
When you visit our website for the first time, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage your preferences
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by selecting “Cookie Settings” on our website footer.
You can also control cookies directly through your browser settings:
- Delete cookies stored on your device
- Block cookies automatically or on a per-site basis
- Receive alerts before cookies are set
For guidance, see your browser’s help section:
Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect how our website functions.
7. Data Collected Through Cookies
Some cookies collect anonymous statistical information (for example, which pages are visited most often).
Where analytics tools collect identifiable data, we ensure this is minimised, pseudonymised, or anonymised in line with GDPR.
We do not use cookies to make automated decisions about you or to build user profiles.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our website’s functionality.
Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or your privacy rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):
Email: [email protected]
Post:
Data Protection Officer
Alternatives to Violence Project (Ireland)
Quaker House, Stocking Lane
Rathfarnham, Dublin D16, Ireland
