What are Cookies?

Cookies are text files containing small amounts of information which are downloaded to your device when you visit our website and may be stored by your web browser. This information is then sent back each time the browser requests a page and can be used to identify and track web browsers.

How we use cookies on the altamont.ie site

We use Google Analytics, which is an analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”), to analyse how visitors use this website. The information stored in the cookie is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States and then used to evaluate visitors’ use of our website and to compile statistical reports on website activity for us. You can find out more information about Google Analytics here. Further information on Google Analytics, including how to opt-out, is also available here at the Google Analytics Help Centre. To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites visit http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

How can I prevent Cookies being used?

When you first visit our website, unless you change your cookies settings, we will continue to set  cookies on your device. You can find out how to do this for your particular browser by clicking “help” on your browser’s menu or by visiting www.allaboutcookies.org.