Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Ana Liffey Drug Project ("Ana Liffey", "we", "our" or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on this website to improve functionality, understand how visitors use our website, and enhance the overall user experience.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices available to you regarding their use.

By using this website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, subject to your cookie preferences.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

They help websites function correctly, remember user preferences, improve performance, and provide information about how visitors interact with content.

Cookies may be:

  • Session Cookies – temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.

  • Persistent Cookies – cookies that remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.

3. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We use cookies in accordance with:

  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

  • The ePrivacy Regulations

  • Applicable Irish data protection legislation

Strictly necessary cookies are used to ensure the website functions correctly.

Non-essential cookies are only activated where you have provided consent through our cookie preference tools.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of the website.

They enable core functionality such as:

  • Page navigation

  • Security features

  • Form submissions

  • Accessibility functionality

  • Load balancing and performance

Because these cookies are necessary for the website to function, they cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools.

4.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve content, navigation and user experience.

Examples may include:

  • Squarespace Analytics

  • Google Analytics (if enabled)

Information collected is aggregated and does not directly identify individual visitors.

4.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices and preferences you make.

Examples may include:

  • Accessibility preferences

  • Cookie consent preferences

  • Language or display settings

These cookies help provide a more personalised browsing experience.

4.4 Third-Party Services and Embedded Content

Some pages on our website may include content or services provided by trusted third parties.

Examples may include:

  • YouTube videos

  • Vimeo videos

  • Google Maps

  • Online donation providers

  • Social media content

These third parties may place cookies on your device when you interact with their content.

We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these providers for further information.

5. Cookies Currently Used on This Website

The website may use cookies within the following categories:

Cookie CategoryPurposeEssential CookiesWebsite functionality and securityAnalytics CookiesWebsite performance and visitor insightsFunctional CookiesUser preferences and accessibility settingsThird-Party CookiesEmbedded content and external services

The specific cookies used may change as the website evolves or as third-party services are updated.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner displayed on the website.

You may update your preferences at any time.

Most web browsers also allow you to:

  • View stored cookies

  • Delete cookies

  • Block cookies

  • Restrict certain cookie categories

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.

7. International Data Transfers

Some third-party service providers used on this website may process information outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Where such transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with GDPR requirements.

8. Your Rights

Under data protection law, you may have rights relating to personal data processed through cookies and similar technologies, including:

  • The right to access your personal data

  • The right to correct inaccurate data

  • The right to request deletion of data

  • The right to restrict processing

  • The right to data portability

  • The right to object to processing

  • The right to withdraw consent

For further information about how we process personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

9. Data Controller

Ana Liffey Drug Project

48 Middle Abbey Street
Dublin 1
D01 E2X4

Email: office@aldp.ie

Phone: 01 878 6899

Freephone: 1800 78 68 28

10. Complaints

If you have concerns regarding the use of cookies or the processing of your personal information, please contact us in the first instance.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with:

Data Protection Commission

21 Fitzwilliam Square South
Dublin 2
D02 RD28

Website: www.dataprotection.ie

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal, operational, technical or regulatory changes.

Any updates will be published on this page together with the revised date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Ana Liffey Drug Project

48 Middle Abbey Street
Dublin 1
D01 E2X4

Email: office@aldp.ie

Phone: 01 878 6899

Freephone: 1800 78 68 28