Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 21 March 2025
This Cookie Policy applies to citizens and legal permanent residents of the EEA and Switzerland.
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Tug of War Ireland (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://www.tugofwarireland.com. Cookies may also be placed by third-party services we use. This page explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices available to you.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit a website. They remember your actions and preferences to help the website function properly and improve your experience.
3. What Are Scripts?
Scripts are pieces of code that ensure our website functions smoothly and interactively. They may run on our server or on your device.
4. What Is a Web Beacon?
A web beacon (or pixel tag) is a small, invisible element used to monitor website traffic and gather limited data about user behaviour.
5. Types of Cookies We Use
5.1 Functional Cookies
These cookies are necessary for basic website functions and remembering your preferences. They do not require consent.
5.2 Statistics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website so we can improve performance. These require your consent.
5.3 Marketing / Tracking Cookies
These cookies track browsing behaviour across websites or display personalised advertising. These require your consent.
6. Cookies Used on This Website
WordPress (Functional)
Used for basic website functionality. Data is not shared.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| WP_DATA_USER_* | Session | Store user preferences |
| wordpress_test_cookie | None | Check if cookies can be placed |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | Persistent | Store logged-in users |
WooCommerce (Functional)
Used for shopping cart and webshop functions. Data is not shared.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| wc_cart_hash_* | Session | Store items in shopping cart |
| wc_fragments_* | Persistent | Maintain cart state |
| wc_cart_created | Session | Record site actions |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | Session | Store number of items |
| woocommerce_cart_hash | 1 day | Store items in cart |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | Session | Store webshop activity |
Complianz (Functional)
Used for managing cookie consent. Data is not shared.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| cmplz_user_data | 365 days | Determine banner type |
| complianz_policy_id | 365 days | Store accepted policy ID |
| cmplz_functional | 365 days | Store functional consent |
| cmplz_policy_id | 365 days | Store accepted policy ID |
| cmplz_statistics-anonymous | 365 days | Store anonymous statistics consent |
| cmplz_preferences | 365 days | Store preference consents |
| cmplz_statistics | 365 days | Store statistics consent |
| cmplz_marketing | 365 days | Store marketing consent |
| cmplz_consent_status | 365 days | Store consent status |
| cmplz_choice | 365 days | Store dismissed messages |
Google Analytics (Statistics)
Used for website analytics. See Google Analytics Privacy Policy for data-sharing details.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | 2 years | Store and count pageviews |
| _ga_* | 1 year | Store and count pageviews |
Stripe (Functional)
Used for secure payment processing. Data is shared—see Stripe Privacy Policy.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | 1 year | Fraud prevention |
| __stripe_sid | 30 minutes | Fraud prevention |
SiteGround (Functional)
Used for caching and performance. Data is shared—see SiteGround Privacy Policy.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| wpSGCacheBypass | Persistent | Cache control |
Google Fonts (Marketing / Tracking)
Used to display fonts. Google may receive your IP address.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Google Fonts API | Immediate | Reads user IP address |
Google reCAPTCHA (Marketing / Tracking)
Used for spam prevention. Data is shared—see Google reCAPTCHA Privacy Statement.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| rc::c | Session | Bot filtering |
| rc::b | Session | Bot filtering |
| rc::a | Persistent | Bot filtering |
| _grecaptcha | Unknown | Pending investigation |
YouTube (Marketing / Tracking & Functional)
Used to display embedded videos. Data is shared—see YouTube Privacy Policy.
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| GPS | Session | Store location data |
| YSC | Session | Track video interaction |
| PREF | 8 months | Store user preferences |
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | 6 months | Bandwidth estimation |
Miscellaneous Cookies (Pending Investigation)
| Cookie Name | Expiration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| persist:* | Unknown | Pending investigation |
| wp_lang | Unknown | Pending investigation |
| cmplz_consented_services | 365 days | Pending investigation |
| cmplz_banner-status | 365 days | Pending investigation |
| explat-experiment* | Unknown | Pending investigation |
| storeApiNonce | Unknown | Pending investigation |
| WP_PREFERENCES_USER_* | Unknown | Pending investigation |
| debug | Unknown | Pending investigation |
| wpEmojiSettingsSupports | Unknown | Pending investigation |
| Various auto-generated cookies | Unknown | Pending investigation |
7. Consent
You may give or withdraw cookie consent at any time using the Cookie Settings option in the website footer. You can also manage cookies directly through your browser settings.
8. Contact
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Tug of War Ireland
Email: info@tugofwarireland.com
Website: https://www.tugofwarireland.com