1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how CarNpart ("we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.carnpart.ie (the "Platform").
This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
1.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.
1.2 Legal Framework
Our use of cookies is governed by:
- The European Communities (Electronic Communications Networks and Services) (Privacy and Electronic Communications) Regulations 2011 (S.I. 336/2011) ("ePrivacy Regulations")
- The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR")
- The Data Protection Act 2018
- Guidance from the Data Protection Commission of Ireland
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential website functionality
- Performance and analytics
- Functionality and preferences
- Advertising and targeting (with your consent)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management.
Legal Basis: These cookies are exempt from consent requirements as they are strictly necessary to provide the service you have explicitly requested.
Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
session_id Maintains user session Session [Your Domain] csrf_token Security protection Session [Your Domain] cookie_consent Stores cookie preferences 12 months [Your Domain] load_balancer Distributes server load Session [Your Domain]
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Platform. This helps us improve how our Platform works.
Legal Basis: We require your consent before placing these cookies.
Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years Google _gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours Google _gat Google Analytics - throttles requests 1 minute Google _gali Enhanced Link Attribution 30 seconds Google
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the Platform to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Legal Basis: We require your consent before placing these cookies.
Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
language_pref Remembers language selection 12 months [Your Domain] location_pref Remembers location preference 12 months [Your Domain] view_mode Remembers display preferences 6 months [Your Domain] recently_viewed Stores recently viewed vehicles 30 days [Your Domain]
3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies deliver advertisements relevant to you and measure advertising effectiveness.
Legal Basis: We require your explicit consent before placing these cookies.
Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions 3 months Facebook fr Facebook advertising 3 months Facebook IDE Google DoubleClick - advertising 13 months Google test_cookie Checks cookie support 15 minutes Google
3.5 Social Media Cookies
These cookies allow you to share content on social media platforms.
Legal Basis: We require your consent before placing these cookies.
Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
datr Facebook - security and integrity 2 years Facebook sb Facebook - browser identifier 2 years Facebook
4. How Long Do Cookies Last?
4.1 Session Cookies
These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
4.2 Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period and are activated each time you visit the Platform.
4.3 Cookie Expiry Periods
- Strictly necessary cookies: Session or up to 12 months
- Performance cookies: Up to 2 years
- Functionality cookies: Up to 12 months
- Advertising cookies: Up to 13 months
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use:
5.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small invisible images that track whether content has been viewed.
5.2 Local Storage
HTML5 local storage for storing information locally on your device.
5.3 Device Fingerprinting
Collecting device configuration information (not used for tracking individual users).
5.4 Scripts
JavaScript code that provides interactive features.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our Platform, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can manage preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer.
Granular Consent: You can provide consent for specific categories:
- Performance and Analytics
- Functionality
- Advertising and Targeting
- Social Media
6.2 Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:
Google Chrome:
- Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
Mozilla Firefox:
- Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Manage your cookie preferences
Safari:
- Preferences → Privacy
- Manage cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge:
- Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Manage and delete cookies
6.3 Opting Out of Third-Party Cookies
Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Facebook: Manage ad preferences in Facebook settings:
https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=ads
Industry Opt-Out Tools:
- Your Online Choices: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu
- Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices
- Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.aboutads.info/choices
7. Consent Requirements
7.1 When Consent Is Required
Under the ePrivacy Regulations and GDPR, we require your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies. Consent must be:
- Freely given: You have a genuine choice
- Specific: Consent for specific purposes
- Informed: Clear information provided
- Unambiguous: Clear affirmative action
7.2 When Consent Is Not Required
We do not require consent for strictly necessary cookies.
7.3 Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw consent at any time by:
- Accessing our Cookie Settings page
- Adjusting your browser settings
- Deleting cookies from your device
- Contacting us at [privacy@yourdomain.ie]
7.4 Consent Refresh
We will ask you to renew your consent at least every 6 months.
8. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may contain identifiers that can be used to identify you. When this occurs, the processing is also subject to GDPR requirements. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information on personal data handling.
9. Third-Party Cookies
9.1 Third-Party Services
Third-party service providers may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies. Third-party cookies are governed by their respective privacy and cookie policies:
- Google: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies
- Twitter: https://help.twitter.com/en/rules-and-policies/twitter-cookies
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy
10. Children's Privacy
Our Platform is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children under 18.
For children aged 16-17, certain cookie processing may require parental consent. For children under 16 in Ireland, we require parental or guardian consent.
11. Your Rights
In relation to cookies that process personal data, you have rights under GDPR:
- Right to access information about cookies
- Right to object to cookie processing
- Right to erasure of cookie data
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission
12. International Data Transfers
Some cookies may result in your data being transferred outside the EEA. We ensure such transfers comply with GDPR through:
- European Commission adequacy decisions
- Standard Contractual Clauses
- Other approved transfer mechanisms
13. Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect data collected through cookies from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
14. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated Policy on our Platform
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Displaying a notice on our Platform
- Requesting renewed consent where required
15. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Cookie Enquiries:
- Email: info@carnpart.ie
- Address: 51 Bracken Road Sandyford Dublin 18 - D18CV48, Ireland
Data Protection Officer:
- Email: dpo@carnpart.ie
Supervisory Authority:
Data Protection Commission:
- Website: www.dataprotection.ie
- Email: info@dataprotection.ie
- Phone: +353 57 868 4800 or 1800 437 737
- Address: 21 Fitzwilliam Square South, Dublin 2, D02 RD28, Ireland
16. Additional Resources
- Irish Data Protection Commission Guidance:
https://www.dataprotection.ie/en/dpc-guidance/guidance-cookies-and-other-tracking-technologies - European Data Protection Board Guidelines:
https://edpb.europa.eu - About Cookies:
https://www.allaboutcookies.org - Your Online Choices:
http://www.youronlinechoices.eu
By continuing to use our Platform and accepting cookies, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.