Cookie Policy

COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: 14.04.2026

This Cookie Policy explains how xWave Technologies (“xWave”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on xwave.ie (“our website”). It outlines what these technologies are, why we use them, and the choices you have regarding their use.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be:

  • Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser

  • Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period

  • First‑party cookies – set by xWave

  • Third‑party cookies – set by external providers (e.g., analytics tools)

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website operates correctly

  • Improve performance and user experience

  • Understand how visitors use our website

  • Support security and fraud prevention

  • Deliver relevant content and measure engagement

We do not use cookies to collect personally identifiable information without your consent.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be switched off in our systems.
Examples include:

  • Security and authentication cookies

  • Cookies that enable core site functionality

Legal basis: Legitimate interests (ensuring website functionality)

Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site so we can improve performance and user experience.

We may use tools such as:

  • Google Analytics

  • Microsoft Clarity

  • Other analytics platforms used by xWave

These cookies may collect:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

  • Browser type

  • Device information

Legal basis: Consent

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced features and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.

Legal basis: Consent

Marketing & Third‑Party Cookies

We may use third‑party cookies to measure the effectiveness of our communications or to support embedded content (e.g., videos, social media integrations).

These cookies may track your browsing activity across other websites.

Legal basis: Consent

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or manage your cookie settings.

You can change your preferences at any time by:

  • Adjusting settings in our cookie banner

  • Managing cookies through your browser settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies

  • Delete cookies

  • Receive alerts before cookies are stored

Please note: disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Third‑Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by trusted third parties. These providers may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of:

  • Google

  • Microsoft

  • Any other analytics or service providers used by xWave

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will indicate when changes were made.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

xWave Technologies
Email: info@xwave.ie
Website: https://xwave.ie