Cookie Policy

Last updated: 5 August 2026 · Student Matters

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. This page explains which cookies studentmatter.net uses and why.

Essential cookies

These cookies are required for the site to function correctly. They do not require your consent under most privacy rules because they are strictly necessary.

Cookie name	Purpose	Duration
`sm_cookie_consent_v1`	Remembers that you accepted this cookie notice	1 year
`sm_admin_session`	Secures the admin login session (staff only)	7 days

Analytics and marketing cookies

We do not currently load third-party advertising or tracking cookies on studentmatter.net.

If we add privacy-friendly analytics (such as aggregated traffic statistics) in future, we will update this policy and request your consent before activating any non-essential cookies.

Managing and deleting cookies

You can clear or block cookies at any time using your browser settings. Steps differ by browser:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Blocking essential cookies may prevent parts of the site (forms, admin login) from working correctly.

Third-party embeds

If we embed third-party content (such as YouTube videos or maps) on specific pages, those third-party services may set their own cookies subject to their own privacy policies. We will indicate this where applicable.

Questions about cookies

If you have questions about how we use cookies, contact us at info@studentmatter.net or call Ireland: +353 899 55 77 44 / UK: +44 7459 898186.

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