Cookie Policy

Last updated: April 14, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how ireneernst uses cookies on our website. We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and provide personalized content related to cycling greenways and bike routes across Ireland. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data through cookies and similar technologies.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us recognize you on return visits and remember your interactions with our site. These files contain information about your browsing behavior, preferences, and activities. We use both session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, and persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period. Cookies serve various purposes, including remembering login information, tracking site performance, and understanding how visitors use our platform. They are an essential technology for modern websites and help us deliver a better user experience when exploring information about the Great Western Greenway, Waterford Greenway, Royal Canal cycling path, and scenic routes through the Burren.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use several categories of cookies to enhance your experience. Essential cookies are necessary for basic website functionality and security. These cannot be disabled. Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site, which pages are most popular, and where improvements are needed. Marketing cookies track your behavior to deliver relevant content about cycling greenways and bike routes. Preference cookies remember your settings and choices, such as language or display preferences. Performance cookies optimize website speed and functionality. Some cookies come from third-party services that help us deliver advertising and analytics. Each type serves a specific purpose in making our website more useful and personalized for your interests in Irish cycling routes and leisure bike rides.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to enhance functionality, remember your preferences when visiting our cycling greenway resources, and analyze how you use our website. Functional cookies enable features like bookmarking favorite routes and storing search history. Analytics cookies provide insights into visitor behavior, popular content about the Great Western Greenway and Waterford Greenway, and technical performance metrics. This information helps us improve our site and provide better information about scenic cycling paths. Marketing cookies allow us to understand which content resonates with users interested in Burren cycling or Royal Canal routes. We also use cookies to provide personalized recommendations and relevant information based on your browsing history. Security cookies protect against fraud and unauthorized access. Performance cookies ensure pages load quickly and efficiently. All cookie usage aligns with applicable privacy regulations and our commitment to respecting user preferences.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have control over which cookies we can place on your device. Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie settings through your preferences or settings menu. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize which types of cookies you allow. If you disable cookies, some website features may not function properly, and your browsing experience may be affected. You can clear cookies from your device at any time through your browser settings. Keep in mind that rejecting analytics cookies may limit our ability to optimize the site or provide personalized content about cycling greenways. Some third-party cookies cannot be controlled directly through our website but can be managed through your browser or by visiting third-party opt-out pages. We recommend regularly reviewing your cookie preferences to ensure they align with your privacy expectations. For more information about cookie management and your privacy rights, please refer to our privacy policy or contact us with questions about your cookie preferences.

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our cookie practices or applicable regulations. Please review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies. If we make material changes to our cookie practices, we will notify you appropriately. Your continued use of our website following updates to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.