Effective Date: 30/01/2026
Irish Historic Flight Foundation (IHFF) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and improve our services. This policy explains what cookies we use, why, and how you can manage them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, login status, and gather information about how you use the site.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for basic website functionality, login, and security. Cannot be disabled. | User authentication cookies |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors interact with our site to improve user experience. | Google Analytics, Matomo |
| Marketing | Track visitor activity for advertising or promotional purposes (only with consent). | Facebook Pixel, Google Ads |
| Functional | Remember preferences like language or font size. | Language selection, forum display options |
3. How We Use Cookies
- Ensure the website and forum function properly.
- Track site usage and performance metrics.
- Remember your preferences and login status.
- Display relevant content or advertising (with consent).
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Social media sharing buttons
- Embedded content (e.g., videos)
These services may place cookies on your device. We do not control third-party cookies, and their use is subject to the third party’s own privacy policies.
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, blocking essential cookies may limit the functionality of our website.
Most browsers allow you to:
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block only third-party cookies
- Receive a warning before a new cookie is stored
For detailed instructions, visit AllAboutCookies.org.
6. Consent
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
Non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing) will only be placed after you provide explicit consent via the cookie banner.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Contact Us
For questions regarding our cookie practices, please contact:
Irish Historic Flight Foundation (IHFF)
Email: info@IHFF.ie
Address: IHFF, Ballyboy House, Ballyboy, Athboy, Co.Meath, C15 AF1H, Ireland