Cookie Policy
Last updated: 11 March 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, and to provide information to the owners of the website.
This Cookie Policy explains how LeadBoard.ie ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at www.leadboard.ie (the "Platform").
2. Legal Basis
Our use of cookies is governed by:
- The ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC as amended by 2009/136/EC), implemented in Ireland by S.I. No. 336/2011 — European Communities (Electronic Communications Networks and Services) (Privacy and Electronic Communications) Regulations 2011
- The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679
- The Irish Data Protection Act 2018
Under Irish and EU law, we are required to obtain your informed, prior consent before setting any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the operation of the Platform. Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Platform to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, filling in forms, or setting your cookie preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Authentication session (Supabase Auth) | Session / 1 year | First-party |
| lb_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months | First-party |
| __Host-next-auth* | Next.js security tokens (CSRF protection) | Session | First-party |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences. If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function properly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| lb_theme | Stores display preferences | 12 months | First-party |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They are only set with your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users, tracks page views and sessions | Up to 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users within 24-hour window | 24 hours | Third-party |
3.4 Marketing Cookies
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent before setting such cookies.
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit the Platform, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer of the website.
4.2 Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete individual cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close the browser
Please note that if you block strictly necessary cookies, the Platform may not function correctly. Links to manage cookies in popular browsers:
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: Used to store preferences and session data in your browser
- Session Storage: Used to maintain state during a single browsing session (e.g., form progress in the lead wizard)
These are subject to the same consent requirements as cookies.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the setting of these cookies. The third parties listed in Section 3 have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@leadboard.ie
- Website: Contact page