Cookie Policy
Last updated: 13 March 2026
HomeEnergyGuide.ie uses a small number of cookies to help us understand how visitors use the site. We do not use cookies for advertising or tracking across other websites.
What cookies we use
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years | Performance |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years | Performance |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes visitors (24hr) | 24 hours | Performance |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Performance |
Essential vs non-essential
This site does not currently use any essential (strictly necessary) cookies. All cookies listed above are performance/analytics cookies used to understand how the site is used. The site will function fully without them.
How to manage cookies
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Third-party cookies
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Changes to this policy
We may update this cookie policy if we add or remove cookies. The date at the top of the page shows when it was last updated.
Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Email info@homeenergyguide.ie. See also our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.