Cookie Policy
Last updated: 31 January 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
Meatex Europe uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session |
| auth_token | Authentication | 30 days |
2.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our platform.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
2.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| preferences | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| language | Language preference | 1 year |
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the dissemination of these cookies. Please check the relevant third-party websites for more information about their cookies.
4. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- See what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from particular sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our platform and may prevent certain features from working properly.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
5. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our platform currently does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: PMC2, Penrose Wharf, Penrose Quay, Cork, T23 XN53, Ireland