Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 24 March 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how iHelp.ie and its associated Regional Network and National Network of websites utilize cookies and similar identifiers to provide a professional, secure, and optimized browsing experience.

For the purposes of this Cookie Policy, the Regional Network includes:

The National Network includes major city-based platforms operated by iHelp.ie, including :

Collectively, these platforms are referred to as "the Network". This Cookie Policy applies across all associated platforms operating within the Network.

1. Legal Classification of Cookies

Cookies are small digital data files placed on your device. They are technical tools that allow our platform to recognize your browser, maintain security sessions, and remember choices made during previous visits.

2. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)

These identifiers are necessary for the platform to function correctly. They allow secure navigation, technical stability, and core site functionality. In accordance with Irish and EU law, certain essential cookies may operate without prior consent where required for safe operation of the platform.

• Security: Identifiers used to help protect user sessions and maintain platform stability.
• Preference Retention: Remembering choices such as display settings or advertisement preferences across the Network.

3. Analytics & Network Improvement

To better serve our communities, we may utilize anonymous analytics identifiers. These help us understand traffic volume, listing popularity, and how users navigate through the Network. No sensitive personal banking or private communication data is intentionally collected through these identifiers.

4. Third-Party Advertising & External Services

5. Persistence & Duration

• Session Cookies: Temporary files removed once the browser session ends.
• Persistent Cookies: Identifiers stored for a limited duration in order to remember preferences or improve future visits.

6. Management & Revocation of Consent

Users maintain authority over how cookies interact with their devices.

• Browser Controls: Cookies may be blocked, deleted, or restricted through browser settings such as Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, or similar browsers.
• Preference Controls: Certain optional advertising or personalization tools may be adjusted where such controls are available within the Network.

7. Data Protection Alignment

Cookie usage on iHelp is intended for technical, analytical, operational, and commercial facilitation within the Network. These identifiers are not designed to intentionally access private banking credentials, passwords, or external private correspondence.

8. External Websites & Liability

While iHelp.ie aims to maintain reliable technical standards, we are not responsible for the cookie practices, scripts, or privacy operations of external businesses or third-party websites linked through the Network. Users visiting websites outside of the Network do so at their own discretion and risk.

9. Legal Jurisdiction

This Cookie Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of Ireland. Any disputes relating to cookies, tracking technologies, or data usage shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.

10. Contact & Official Enquiries

For technical enquiries regarding our usage of cookies or tracking technologies, please contact the administration at: contact@ihelp.ie

Notice: Restricting cookies may limit access to certain tools, personalization settings, or technical features provided across the Network.