Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 16th April 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how RIP Funerals Ltd (trading under the registered trademark RIP Ireland) uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, understand website usage, and meet our legal obligations under Irish and EU law.

 

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help us understand how our site is used, remember your preferences, and provide features that make your experience smoother and more relevant.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure core website functionality
  • Understand visitor behaviour (e.g., time on page, clicks)
  • Remember your preferences and improve personalisation
  • Deliver relevant content and offers, where appropriate

We do not use cookies to store sensitive personal data.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Type

Purpose

Strictly Necessary

Essential for the website to function properly. Cannot be disabled.

Performance & Analytics

Help us improve our site by measuring usage and behaviour.

Functionality

Save your preferences (e.g., language, display settings).

Targeting/Advertising

Tailor content and show relevant ads. Only used with clear consent.

4. Legal Basis for Cookies

We rely on legitimate interest for essential cookies that keep our site secure and functional. For all other types, we use your explicit consent as required by GDPR and Irish ePrivacy law (S.I. No. 336/2011).

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, a banner will ask you to accept or manage cookies. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Adjust preferences at any time via our cookie settings link in the footer

We store your cookie choices for up to 6 months or until you update them.

6. Third-Party Cookies

We may work with trusted partners (such as Google Analytics) to help us analyse and improve our site. These providers may set their own cookies, governed by their privacy terms. We generally do not load third-party cookies unless consent is given.

All our partners are required to comply with GDPR and follow strict contractual safeguards.

7. Data Security and Privacy

All cookie-related data is processed securely and never sold. We do not use cookies to identify individuals or store personal information. Our practices fully comply with the Data Protection Acts 1988–2018 and GDPR.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this policy from time to time. Any updates will be reflected here with a new effective date. Significant changes may be notified by pop-up or email.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie policy or how we use data, contact:

RIP Ireland
Riverstown Business Park
Tramore, Co. Waterford, X91 TW21
Email: hello@ripireland.ie