What this policy covers
This Cookie Policy explains how Dublin Bay Financial Services Limited, trading as Dublin Bay Financial, (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
It is designed to comply with the European Communities (Electronic Communications Networks and Services) (Privacy and Electronic Communications) Regulations 2011 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Notice.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website to function properly, improve performance, and provide information about how the site is used. Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies (set by our website)
- Third-party cookies (set by external services such as analytics or marketing providers)
How we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to operate correctly. They enable core functions such as security, page navigation, and form submissions. These cookies do not require consent.
B. Analytics / Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. For example, which pages are visited most often. This information is used only to improve the performance and user experience of our website. These cookies are only set if you click Accept on the cookie banner.
C. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make (such as preferences or form details) to provide enhanced features and a more personalised experience. These cookies are only set if you click Accept on the cookie banner.
D. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services such as website analytics or marketing tools. These providers may set their own cookies on your device. These cookies are controlled by the third parties and are subject to their own privacy policies. These cookies are only set if you click Accept on the cookie banner.
Cookie types
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: Enable website security, navigation, and form functionality. Typical retention: Session or up to 12 months. Note: These cookies are essential and are always set; consent is not required.
Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Measure visitor numbers, traffic sources, and page usage to improve site performance. Typical retention: Up to 24 months. Note: These cookies are only set if you click Accept on the cookie banner.
Functionality Cookies
Purpose: Remember user preferences and improve user experience. Typical retention: Up to 12 months. Note: These cookies are only set if you click Accept on the cookie banner.
Third-Party Cookies
Purpose: Analytics, tracking, or embedded services provided by third-party providers. Typical retention: Set by third-party providers. Note: These cookies are only set if you click Accept on the cookie banner.
How your consent is obtained
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that:
- Explains that we use cookies
- Allows you to Accept or Decline non-essential cookies
Non-essential cookies (analytics, functionality, and third-party cookies) are not placed on your device unless you click Accept. Pre-ticked boxes, silence, scrolling, or continued browsing do not constitute valid consent.
How to withdraw or change consent
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by:
- Using the Cookie Settings or Manage Cookies option on our website
- Adjusting your browser settings
Withdrawal of consent is free of charge and will not reduce your access to the website.
Consent renewal
Where consent is used as the legal basis for setting cookies, we will request you to renew your consent no later than every six months, in line with guidance from the Data Protection Commission.
Managing cookies through your browser
You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. You can usually find these under “Privacy” or “Security” in your browser menu. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the website functions.
Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Email: info@dbf.ie
Telephone: 087 978 0595
Last updated: July 2026