This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what cookies SkipNow.ie ("we", "us", "our") uses on the website skipnow.ie, why we use them, and how you can control them. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy and our Privacy Policy.
This policy complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Irish Data Protection Act 2018, and the ePrivacy Regulations (S.I. No. 336 of 2011, as amended).
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1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period). They can be "first-party" (set by skipnow.ie) or "third-party" (set by services we use, such as Google Analytics).
2. Categories of cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. Without them, services you have asked for (such as remembering an Eircode lookup or a skip booking in progress) cannot be provided. These cookies do not require your consent under GDPR and ePrivacy regulations.
Analytics cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site (which pages are viewed, which towns are most-searched, which forms are completed). This helps us improve the site. These cookies require your consent.
Marketing & advertising cookies
We use Google Ads tracking and Meta (Facebook) Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show relevant ads on other websites. These cookies require your consent.
Functional cookies
These cookies remember your preferences (such as Eircode entered, region selected, cookie consent choice) to improve your next visit. These cookies require your consent.
3. Full list of cookies we use
| Cookie | Provider | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
XSRF-TOKEN |
SkipNow.ie | Strictly necessary | Security — prevents cross-site request forgery on the booking form. | Session |
skipnow_session |
SkipNow.ie | Strictly necessary | Maintains your booking flow and Eircode lookup state during your visit. | Session |
skipnow_consent |
SkipNow.ie | Functional | Records your cookie consent preferences so the banner doesn't reappear. | 12 months |
_ga |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors. Used to generate statistical reports on how the site is used. | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state. | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes users for 24-hour reporting. | 24 hours |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Marketing | Measures conversions from Google Ads campaigns and links them back to ad clicks. | 3 months |
_fbp |
Meta (Facebook) | Marketing | Tracks visits across websites for advertising effectiveness on Facebook and Instagram. | 3 months |
NID |
Functional / Marketing | Stores user preferences for Google services, including Google Maps. | 6 months |
4. Third-party cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services we use. We do not control these cookies directly. You can review the privacy and cookie policies of each provider here:
- Google Analytics & Google Ads: policies.google.com/privacy
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: facebook.com/privacy/policy
- Wix (our hosting platform): wix.com/about/privacy
5. Your consent
When you first visit skipnow.ie, you will see a cookie consent banner. You have three choices:
- Accept all — allows all cookie categories including analytics and marketing.
- Reject non-essential — only strictly necessary cookies are set. Analytics and marketing tracking is disabled.
- Customise — choose which categories you accept. You can opt in to analytics but reject marketing, or any other combination.
Your consent is stored for 12 months. After 12 months you'll be asked again. You can change your mind anytime by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.
6. How to control cookies
In addition to our on-site consent tool, you can also control cookies at the browser level:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Note: blocking strictly necessary cookies at the browser level may prevent parts of skipnow.ie from working properly — particularly Eircode lookups and the booking flow.
7. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, in legal requirements, or in industry practice. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be brought to your attention via the cookie banner.
8. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, you can contact us:
- Email: info@skipnow.ie
- Phone: 085 164 2467
- Post: SkipNow.ie, Co. Kildare, Ireland
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) of Ireland: dataprotection.ie.