Cookie Policy
Last updated: 14 August 2025
This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) explains how Chern & Co Limited (“Chern & Co”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://registercompany.ie/, https://www.amazon.chern.co/, https://chern.co/, and https://www.amz.chern.co/ (collectively, the “Site” or “Service”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data.
By clicking “Accept All” on our cookie banner, or by adjusting your preferences via “Cookie Settings”, you consent to our use of cookies as described below. You can withdraw or change your consent at any time (see Section 8).
1. Who we are (Controller)
Chern & Co Limited, company number 604324, 18 Mallow Street, Limerick, V94 N12Y, Ireland. Tel: +353 1 485 4244. Email: privacy@chern.co.
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, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and personalise your experience.
3. Legal framework & lawful bases
We use cookies in accordance with the ePrivacy rules (including the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations) and the EU/UK GDPR. We rely on: (a) consent for non‑essential cookies (e.g., analytics, advertising), and (b) our legitimate interests or the performance of the site for strictly necessary cookies.
4. Types of cookies we use
- Strictly necessary – essential for core site functionality (security, network management, shopping cart, cookie preferences). These cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Functional – enable enhanced features (e.g., preferences, chat, feedback, embedded content).
- Analytics – help us understand how the site is used (pages visited, time on page, sources) so we can improve performance and content.
- Advertising/Targeting – used to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness across our Site and third‑party sites.
- Uncategorised – cookies we are in the process of classifying.
5. Cookies on our Site
The table below summarises typical cookies we use. Cookies and their lifetimes may change over time (for example, when we add or remove tools), but we aim to keep this list accurate. Where a cookie appears with a “*”, multiple variants may exist.
| Category | Cookie Name | Provider / Domain | Purpose | Expiry |
| Necessary | cookieyes-consent, GRECAPTCHA, PHPSESSID, __stripe_sid, __stripe_mid, woocommerce_items_in_cart, woocommerce_cart_hash, wp_woocommerce_session_* | alexc562.sg-host.com, www.google.com, chern.co, alexc562.sg-host.com | Stores your cookie preferences; protects forms from spam; maintains session and checkout/cart state; processes payments. | Session to 1 year (varies) |
| Analytics | _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat, _gat_gtag_UA_* | alexc562.sg-host.com | Google Analytics – site usage statistics to improve content and performance. Data is aggregated and not used to directly identify individuals. | 24 hours to 2 years |
| Functional | __cf_bm, hjAbsoluteSessionInProgress | hubspot.com, alexc562.sg-host.com | Bot management and performance (Cloudflare/HubSpot); Hotjar functional session tracking for features. | 30 minutes (typical) / session |
| Analytics | tk_or, tk_r3d, tk_lr, tk_ai, tk_qs, tk_tc, gcl_au, _hjSessionUser_*, _hjFirstSeen, _hjSession_*, __gads, fbp, CONSENT, NID | alexc562.sg-host.com, google.com | WordPress/Jetpack and Google measurement; Hotjar user/session identifiers; Google Ads/consent state; Facebook Pixel ID. | Session to 2 years |
| Advertising | test_cookie, IDE, __gpi, YSC, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, NID, yt-remote-*, yt.innertube::* | .doubleclick.net, alexc562.sg-host.com, google.com, youtube.com | Delivers and measures ads; YouTube/Google preferences and playback; anti‑fraud. | Session to 13 months |
| Advertising | fr | facebook.com | Facebook cookie for ad delivery and retargeting. | Up to 3 months |
| Uncategorised | _hjIncludedInSessionSample_2773580, m, VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA | alexc562.sg-host.com, m.stripe.com, youtube.com | In the process of classification; may support payment security or video privacy preferences. | Session to 1 year |
Note: Third‑party providers (e.g., Google, Meta/Facebook, YouTube, Hotjar, HubSpot, Cloudflare, Stripe) may place cookies independently when their services are embedded. Please consult their respective cookie/privacy policies for details on their processing.
6. Similar technologies
We may use web beacons, pixels, SDKs, local storage, and server‑side tracking to achieve similar purposes to cookies (e.g., security, analytics, advertising). Where these involve personal data, we apply the same consent and privacy principles.
7. International data transfers
Some providers may process data outside the EEA/UK (for example, in the United States). Where this occurs, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as the EU/UK Standard Contractual Clauses and, where applicable, adequacy decisions. For more information, contact us at privacy@chern.co.
8. Managing your cookies (consent & withdrawal)
- Cookie banner controls: Use “Accept All”, “Reject Non‑Essential”, or “Cookie Settings” on our banner to choose categories. You can change your choice any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” in the Site footer.
- Browser settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. See your browser’s Help section for instructions. Blocking necessary cookies may impair core Site functions.
- Ad preferences: You can manage personalised advertising via platform tools (e.g., Google Ads Settings, Facebook Ad Preferences) and industry opt‑outs (e.g., YourOnlineChoices, DAA).
9. How we use analytics
Where enabled by your consent, analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Hotjar, Jetpack) collect aggregated statistics (e.g., pages visited, referrers, device types). We use this to improve content, navigation, and performance. We do not use analytics to make decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects on you.
10. Retention
Cookie lifetimes are shown in the table above or in your browser. Session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies last for the period indicated (or until you delete them). Analytics and advertising data derived from cookies may be retained in aggregated form for longer to support reporting and site security.
11. Children
Our Site is not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly place non‑essential cookies to profile children.
12. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. Material changes will be highlighted on this page, with an updated “Last updated” date.
13. Contact
If you have questions about this Policy or our use of cookies, please contact: privacy@chern.co or write to Chern & Co Limited, 18 Mallow Street, Limerick, V94 N12Y, Ireland.
14. Detailed cookie list (from your scan)
The following list reflects cookies identified on our Site. It may vary as services change or as providers update their technologies.
| Category | Cookie Name | Domain |
| Necessary | cookieyes-consent, GRECAPTCHA, PHPSESSID, __stripe_sid, __stripe_mid, woocommerce_items_in_cart, woocommerce_cart_hash | alexc562.sg-host.com, www.google.com, chern.co, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com |
| Google Analytics Cookie | _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat, _gat_gtag_UA_* | alexc562.sg-host.com |
| Functional | __cf_bm, hjAbsoluteSessionInProgress, wp_woocommerce_session_* | hubspot.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com |
| Analytics | tk_or, tk_r3d, tk_lr, gcl_au, _hjSessionUser_*, _hjFirstSeen, _hjSession_*, __gads, fbp, tk_ai, tk_qs, CONSENT, _hjRecordingLastActivity, _hjRecordingEnabled, tk_tc | alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, google.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, alexc562.sg-host.com |
| Advertising | test_cookie, IDE, __gpi, NID, YSC, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, yt-remote-device-id, yt.innertube::nextId, yt-remote-connected-devices, yt.innertube::requests, GoogleAdServingTest, fr | .doubleclick.net, .doubleclick.net, alexc562.sg-host.com, google.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, alexc562.sg-host.com, facebook.com |
| Uncategorised | _hjIncludedInSessionSample_2773580, m, VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA | alexc562.sg-host.com, m.stripe.com, youtube.com |
Tip: To review or change your choices now, use the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.