Legal
Cookie Policy
At www.MoveVia.ie (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operated by Movevia Limited, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we place, and how you can manage your cookie preferences in compliance with Irish and EU data protection laws (including the Irish ePrivacy Regulations S.I. No. 336/2011 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)).
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience.
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies: set directly by MoveVia.ie.
- Third-party cookies: set by external service providers working with us.
- Session cookies: temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: cookies that remain on your device for a specified duration or until manually deleted.
2. How we use cookies
We use cookies to ensure www.MoveVia.ie functions securely and smoothly, to analyze how users interact with our website, and (where consented) to deliver personalized content.
We group cookies into four main categories:
A. Strictly necessary cookies (always active)
These cookies are essential for the operation of www.MoveVia.ie. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, cookie consent preferences, and accessibility.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | MoveVia.ie | Stores your cookie preference choices | 1 year |
| session_id | MoveVia.ie | Maintains your active browsing session | Session |
| csrf_token | MoveVia.ie | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
B. Functional / preference cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your selected language, location preferences, or form entries.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_lang | MoveVia.ie | Remembers preferred language setting | 30 days |
| loc_pref | MoveVia.ie | Saves regional selection or transport search parameters | 30 days |
C. Performance and analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with www.MoveVia.ie by collecting aggregated and anonymous information. This allows us to fix bugs, optimize site navigation, and measure performance.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Tracks unique visitors and overall site activity | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users over a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rates to optimize site performance | 1 minute |
D. Targeting and marketing cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They are used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They do not store direct personal information but rely on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Delivers personalized ad campaigns and conversion tracking | 3 months |
| gads | Google Ads | Tracks conversion events from advertising campaigns | 90 days |
3. How to manage and opt out
Under Irish and EU law, non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, and marketing) are disabled by default until you grant explicit consent via our banner.
You can manage or revoke your consent at any time through the following methods:
Option A: MoveVia Preference Center
You can adjust your choices at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link located in the footer of any page on www.MoveVia.ie.
Option B: Browser controls
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie settings. You can block or delete cookies by modifying your browser options directly in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Microsoft Edge.
Disabling strictly necessary cookies through your browser may cause parts of www.MoveVia.ie to stop functioning correctly.
4. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, operational practices, or technology. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
5. Contact us
If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or how we handle your data, please reach out to us:
Movevia Limited
70 Tegan Court, Screggan, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, Ireland
Email: support@movevia.ie
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) at www.dataprotection.ie.
See also our Terms of Use.