Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 5 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Spark Business Connections ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on the Spark Business Connections website and platform.
By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you choose to disable them through your browser settings or cookie preferences tool.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, improve user experience, analyse website traffic, and support security and performance features.
Cookies may be:
- Session Cookies - deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies - stored on your device until they expire or are deleted.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation and security of the website and cannot be switched off in our systems.
Examples include:
- User authentication and login management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Session management
- Load balancing and website functionality
Without these cookies, certain services and platform features may not function properly.
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website so we can improve performance and user experience.
We may use services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Website performance monitoring tools
- Error and uptime monitoring systems
These cookies collect aggregated and anonymised information where possible.
3. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as:
- Login preferences
- Region or language settings
- Saved user preferences
These improve your experience but are not strictly necessary for website operation.
4. Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
Where applicable, we may use cookies from trusted third parties to:
- Measure advertising performance
- Support LinkedIn or social media integrations
- Track engagement with promotional campaigns
Third-party providers may include:
- Meta
- HubSpot
These third parties may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Managing Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.
Useful browser guidance:
- Google Chrome Cookie Settings
- Microsoft Edge Cookie Settings
- Safari Cookie Settings
- Firefox Cookie Settings
Data Protection & Privacy
Any personal data collected through cookies will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact
If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or data protection matters, please contact:
Spark Business Connections
Dublin, Ireland
Email: info@sparkbusinessconnections.com