Cookie Policy

LAST UPDATED

Last updated: 25 June 2026

INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy explains how PhoenixRize (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website phoenixrize.com (the “Site”).

This policy provides you with clear information about the cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

By using our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, you should adjust your browser settings or stop using our Site.

WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making it easier to use the site on return visits and making the site more useful to you.

Cookies can be “persistent” (they remain on your device until deleted or expire) or “session” (they are deleted when you close your browser).

WHAT COOKIES DO WE USE?

We use the following types of cookies on our Site:

STRICTLY NECESSARY COOKIES

Purpose: These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

What we use:

Session cookies to maintain your connection during your visit
Security cookies to protect against fraudulent activity
Cookie consent preference cookies to remember your cookie choices

Can you opt out? No. These cookies are essential for the Site to work. Disabling them may prevent you from using certain features of the Site.

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 12 months for consent preferences

PERFORMANCE AND ANALYTICS COOKIES

Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting anonymous information about pages visited, time spent on pages, and any errors encountered.

What we use:

Google Analytics

Cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat
Purpose: Track website usage, visitor behaviour, and traffic sources
Provider: Google LLC
Duration: _ga (2 years), _gid (24 hours), _gat (1 minute)
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Information collected:

Pages you visit
Time spent on pages
How you arrived at our Site
Device type and browser information
Approximate location (city/country level, not precise location)

Can you opt out? Yes. See “How to Manage Cookies” section below.

FUNCTIONALITY COOKIES

Purpose: These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your language preference) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

What we use:

Language preference cookies (if applicable)
Form auto-fill cookies (to remember information you’ve entered)

Can you opt out? Yes, but disabling these cookies may affect site functionality and your user experience.

Duration: Up to 12 months

THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

We use services provided by third-party companies that may set cookies on your device when you visit our Site.

CALENDLY (Booking System)

Purpose: To enable you to book discovery calls and consultations directly through our Site

Cookies set: Calendly sets cookies to remember your booking preferences and maintain functionality of the booking widget

Provider: Calendly LLC

Privacy Policy: https://calendly.com/privacy

Can you opt out? Yes, but you will not be able to use the booking functionality. You can contact us directly via email instead.

GOOGLE FONTS

Purpose: To display fonts consistently and improve page loading speed

Information collected: Google may collect technical information about your device when fonts are loaded

Provider: Google LLC

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Can you opt out? Fonts are loaded locally where possible to minimize data sharing.

WHY DO WE USE COOKIES?

We use cookies for the following purposes:

To ensure the Site works properly

Maintain security and prevent fraud
Enable core functionality like booking calls

To understand how visitors use our Site

Analyse which pages are most visited
Identify technical issues
Improve our content and services based on user behaviour

To improve your experience

Remember your preferences
Make navigation easier on return visits

To comply with legal requirements

Record your cookie consent preferences
Maintain security logs as required by law

HOW TO MANAGE COOKIES

You have several options to control or limit how cookies are used:

OPTION 1: COOKIE CONSENT BANNER

When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Manage your cookie preferences

You can change your preferences at any time by [clicking here to open cookie settings] or using the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our Site.

OPTION 2: BROWSER SETTINGS

You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies only
Delete cookies after each browsing session
Accept cookies from specific websites only

Please note: Blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our Site, including the booking system.

How to manage cookies in different browsers:

Google Chrome:

Click the three dots menu (top right) → Settings
Click “Privacy and security” → Cookies and other site data
Choose your preferred cookie settings
To delete existing cookies: Click “See all site data and permissions” → Remove all

Mozilla Firefox:

Click the menu button → Settings
Select “Privacy & Security”
Under “Cookies and Site Data”, choose your preferences
To delete cookies: Click “Clear Data”

Safari (Mac):

Click Safari menu → Preferences
Click Privacy tab
Choose “Block all cookies” or manage website-specific settings
To delete cookies: Click “Manage Website Data” → Remove all

Microsoft Edge:

Click three dots menu → Settings
Click “Cookies and site permissions” → Cookies and site data
Choose your preferences
To delete cookies: Click “See all cookies and site data” → Remove all

Safari (iOS – iPhone/iPad):

Go to Settings → Safari
Scroll to “Privacy & Security”
Enable “Block All Cookies” or use “Prevent Cross-Site Tracking”
To delete cookies: Tap “Clear History and Website Data”

Chrome (Android):

Open Chrome → three dots menu → Settings
Tap “Site settings” → Cookies
Choose your preferences
To delete cookies: Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data

For other browsers: Please refer to your browser’s help documentation.

OPTION 3: OPT OUT OF GOOGLE ANALYTICS

You can prevent Google Analytics from tracking your activity by:

Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Using browser privacy settings or extensions that block tracking
Adjusting your cookie preferences on our Site to reject analytics cookies

OPTION 4: OPT OUT OF CALENDLY COOKIES

If you do not want Calendly to set cookies:

Use browser settings to block third-party cookies from calendly.com
Contact us directly via email to book consultations: [your@email.com]

DO WE USE COOKIES FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING?

No. We do not currently use cookies for:

Targeted advertising
Retargeting campaigns
Social media tracking (Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, etc.)
Affiliate marketing

If this changes in the future, we will update this Cookie Policy and provide you with clear information and opt-out options.

HOW TO DELETE COOKIES

Deleting cookies will remove stored information from your device. Here’s how:

Delete cookies from specific websites: Most browsers allow you to delete cookies from individual websites while keeping cookies from other sites.

Delete all cookies: Use your browser’s “Clear browsing data” or “Clear history” function. This will remove all stored cookies.

Automatic deletion: You can set your browser to automatically delete cookies when you close the browser.

Important: Deleting cookies means we will no longer remember your preferences, and you may need to reconfigure settings on websites you visit regularly.

COOKIES AND PERSONAL DATA

Most cookies we use do not collect personal data that identifies you individually. However:

Google Analytics collects anonymized data about your visit (we cannot identify you personally from this data)
Calendly may collect information you provide when booking (name, email) – this is covered in our Privacy Policy
Session cookies may temporarily store information you enter into forms

For information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Some of our third-party service providers (Google, Calendly) are based in the United States. When you use our Site, data may be transferred to and processed in the US.

These providers comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

EU-US Data Privacy Framework
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
GDPR requirements for international data transfers

COOKIES AND CHILDREN

Our Site is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you are under 16, please do not use our Site or provide any information to us.

CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

The cookies we use
Legal requirements
Our business practices

When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice through a banner on our Site or via email.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

YOUR RIGHTS

Under Irish and EU data protection law (GDPR), you have rights regarding cookies and personal data:

Right to withdraw consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time

Right to access: You can request information about data collected via cookies

Right to deletion: You can request deletion of data collected via cookies

Right to object: You can object to certain types of data processing

Right to complain: You can lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland) if you believe your rights have been violated

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [your@email.com]

DATA PROTECTION AUTHORITY

If you have concerns about how we use cookies or handle your personal data, you can contact:

Data Protection Commission (Ireland) 21 Fitzwilliam Square South Dublin 2 D02 RD28 Ireland

Phone: +353 (0)761 104 800 Email: info@dataprotection.ie Website: www.dataprotection.ie

CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:

Email: info@phoenixrize.ie

Address: Avondale Park, Dublin, Ireland

SUMMARY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

✓ We use cookies to make our Site work properly and to understand how visitors use it

✓ Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Site to function

✓ You can opt out of analytics and functionality cookies through our cookie banner or browser settings

✓ We use Google Analytics (anonymized data) and Calendly (booking system) which set third-party cookies

✓ We do not use cookies for advertising or marketing purposes

✓ You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings

✓ For more information about personal data, see our Privacy Policy