Last updated: 15th January 2026
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a 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.
StartupCoaches uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at startupcoaches.pro to enhance your browsing experience, analyse site usage, and improve our food service consulting services.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we use, and how you can control your cookie preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides more information about how we collect and use your personal data.
We use cookies for several important reasons to improve your experience on our website and to help us understand how our services are being used:
We use different types of cookies for various purposes. Here's a breakdown of the categories of cookies you may encounter on our website:
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains session security and functionality | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_[ID] | Stores session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for 24-hour period | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate to Google Analytics | 1 minute |
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores user interface preferences and settings | 6 months |
| language_pref | Remembers language and region preferences | 1 year |
| form_data | Temporarily stores form data to prevent loss | Session |
Our website uses services from trusted third-party providers that may set their own cookies. These services help us provide better functionality and understand how our website is used.
We use Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and user behaviour. This helps us understand which content is most valuable to our visitors and how we can improve our services.
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
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Our website uses Google Fonts to ensure consistent typography across different devices and browsers. This may involve loading font files from Google's servers.
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Purpose: Typography and visual consistency
We use content delivery networks (CDNs) to load certain website resources faster and more reliably, including JavaScript libraries and CSS frameworks.
Purpose: Website performance and reliability
Data: IP address, browser information, and loading times
You have several options for controlling and managing cookies on your device. You can choose to accept or reject cookies through our cookie consent banner, or you can manage them through your browser settings.
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
Note: You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer or by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
While you can browse our website with cookies disabled, some functionality may be limited:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, legal requirements, or our business practices. When we make significant changes, we will:
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and similar technologies.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
StartupCoaches Ltd
Pearse Street 159
Galway H94 5839
Ireland
Email: privacy@startupcoaches.pro
Phone: +353 915240652
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 - 18:00
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.