Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how FarmBiddy ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and platform, in compliance with the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Irish Data Protection Act 2018, and the European Communities (Electronic Communications Networks and Services) (Privacy and Electronic Communications) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 336 of 2011).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which function in a comparable way. References to "cookies" in this policy include these similar technologies.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorise cookies into the following types:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, the site would not function properly.
Legal basis: These cookies do not require consent under the ePrivacy Directive as they are strictly necessary for the provision of the service.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Legal basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and used to improve how our website works.
Legal basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The third-party services we currently use include:
- Google Calendar: Used for our demo scheduling feature. Google may set cookies when you interact with the embedded calendar widget. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
- Vercel: Our hosting provider may set cookies for analytics and performance monitoring. Subject to Vercel's Privacy Policy.
5. Your Cookie Choices
Under EU and Irish law, you have the right to choose whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies). You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
- Browser settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
- Device settings: Your mobile device may allow you to control cookies through its settings.
For more information about managing cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
6. Cookie Retention
Cookies have different retention periods depending on their purpose:
- Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. We ensure persistent cookies are retained no longer than necessary for their purpose.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when changes are made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Further Information
For more details about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy. If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
contact@farmbiddy.ai
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) at www.dataprotection.ie.
