Ollio Cookie Policy
Last updated: 12 August 2025
Ollio Studio (“Ollio”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website to make it work, improve performance, and enhance your experience. This Cookie Policy explains what these technologies are, the types we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy which explains how we process your personal data.
1. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.
Similar technologies include tracking pixels (such as those used in email open tracking), web beacons, HTML5 local storage, and device fingerprinting technologies. These operate in a similar way to cookies by storing or retrieving information on your device.
Cookies can be:
First-party cookies – set directly by the website you are visiting.
Third-party cookies – set by a service or provider other than the website you are visiting (e.g. analytics or payment processors).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes, each linked to its GDPR legal basis:
Strictly Necessary Cookies (Legal basis: Legitimate Interest)
These cookies are essential for our website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions you take, such as logging in, filling in forms, or making a purchase.Performance & Analytics Cookies (Legal basis: Consent)
These help us understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how users move around the site. This data helps us improve performance and user experience.Functionality Cookies (Legal basis: Consent)
These allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced features.Marketing & Advertising Cookies (Legal basis: Consent)
These may be set by us or by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other websites.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Expiry | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ss_cid | Squarespace | Identifies unique visitors | Functional | 2 years (may reset on repeat visits) | Squarespace Privacy |
| ss_cookieAllowed | Squarespace | Remembers if a visitor allowed cookies | Functional | 2 years (may reset on repeat visits) | Squarespace Privacy |
| ss_cpvisit | Squarespace | Tracks unique visits | Analytics | 2 years (may reset on repeat visits) | Squarespace Privacy |
| ss_cvr | Squarespace | Identifies unique visitors | Analytics | 2 years (may reset on repeat visits) | Squarespace Privacy |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Tracks visitor interaction and site performance | Analytics | 2 years (may reset on repeat visits) | Google Privacy |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Tracks unique visitors per day | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Privacy |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Enables secure payment processing | Strictly necessary | Session | Stripe Privacy |
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Enables secure payment processing | Strictly necessary | 1 year | Stripe Privacy |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Stores and tracks conversions | Marketing | 3 months | Google Privacy |
| IDE | Google Ads (DoubleClick) | Used for ad targeting and retargeting | Marketing | 1 year | Google Privacy |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Tracks visitors across websites for advertising | Marketing | 3 months | Meta Privacy |
| fr | Meta (Facebook) | Stores browser and user ID for targeted advertising | Marketing | 3 months | Meta Privacy |
Additional Third-Party Cookies
From time to time, Ollio may use additional third-party cookies, pixels, or tracking technologies for purposes such as analytics, advertising, or functionality improvements. These may include, but are not limited to, tools provided by advertising networks, analytics providers, social media platforms, or marketing automation services.
Where such technologies are used, they will be implemented and managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Any personal data collected by these tools will be processed in line with the purposes set out in our Privacy Policy.
You may manage or disable these cookies at any time through your browser settings or, where available, through the cookie consent preferences tool on our website.
Some of our third-party providers transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as the EU-US Data Privacy Framework or Standard Contractual Clauses.
4. Consent and Control
We only use non-essential cookies (analytics, functionality, marketing) when you have given us your consent via our cookie banner or settings tool.
You can:
Manage or withdraw consent at any time using the “Cookie Settings” link in our site footer or via the banner that appears on your first visit.
Change your browser settings to block or delete cookies (see below).
5. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
You can set your browser to block or delete cookies. Instructions for popular browsers are below:
Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Apple Safari
Microsoft Edge
Please note: blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page shows when it was last revised. Significant changes will be highlighted on our website.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Ollio Studio
Russellstown
Athy
Kildare
Ireland
R14 FW27
info@ollio.studio