Cookie Policy
Last updated: 15 January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how HaveDiamonds Ltd ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website havediamonds.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They can also be "first-party cookies" (set by our website) or "third-party cookies" (set by other services we use).
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important purposes:
- Essential Website Function: To ensure our website works properly and securely
- User Experience: To remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
- Marketing: To show you relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Security: To protect our website and users from malicious activity
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. Without these cookies, our website cannot function properly.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, or login information.
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Detailed Cookie Information
The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies we use:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Strictly Necessary |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics - session information | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| user_preferences | Remembers your site preferences | 30 days | Functional |
Third-Party Cookies
We use several third-party services that may set cookies on your device:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect information about website usage, which helps us improve our site. The information collected is anonymous and includes data about pages visited, time spent on the site, and how users arrived at our site.
Google Fonts
We use Google Fonts to display fonts on our website. When you visit our site, Google may collect information about your visit, including your IP address, to provide the font service.
How to Control Cookies
You have several options for controlling cookies:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your cookie preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set up notifications when cookies are being sent
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Popular Browser Cookie Settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
HaveDiamonds Ltd
Patrick Street 6
Galway, H67 6879
Ireland
Phone: +353 91 800 8796
Email: privacy@havediamonds.com
General Contact: contact@havediamonds.com
Need Help with Cookie Settings?
If you need assistance with managing your cookie preferences or have questions about how we use cookies, please contact our privacy team at privacy@havediamonds.com.