Cookie Policy
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They play a crucial role in enhancing user experience by remembering preferences, providing personalised content, and enabling certain functions. Cookies can be categorised based on their purpose and functionality.
Types of Cookies Used:
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Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website. They ensure that you can navigate through pages, post comments, and access secure areas without any issues. Without these cookies, certain features of our site may not work as intended.
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Performance Cookies: We utilise these to understand how our website is performing and to optimise its performance. They collect information on page load times, error rates, and other statistical data to improve your overall browsing experience.
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Functionality Cookies: Designed to remember user preferences and provide personalised content. These cookies allow us to recognise you when you return to our site, ensuring a seamless experience by remembering settings like language preferences or display options.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Used for marketing purposes, these cookies track your online behaviour across websites to deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests. They may also be employed to limit the number of times you see a particular ad.
User Control and Management:
You have control over how cookies are used on our website. Here’s how you can manage them:
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Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to adjust your privacy settings, including blocking or deleting specific cookies. You can also set your browser to notify you when a cookie is placed on your device.
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Deleting Cookies: You have the option to delete cookies at any time from within your browser settings. However, this may impact certain features of our site that rely on these cookies for functionality.
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Third-Party Cookies: We work with trusted third-party providers who also set cookies on our website to deliver services like analytics and marketing. You can manage these preferences directly through their respective privacy policies.
Consent and Privacy:
Your consent is essential for us to use certain types of cookies, especially those that are not strictly necessary. We provide clear notices on our website when cookies are used, allowing you to make informed choices. You can opt-out of non-essential cookies at any time through browser settings or by contacting us directly at [email protected].
Compliance and Updates:
This Cookie Policy was last updated on January 1, 2024, and is regularly reviewed to ensure it remains compliant with the GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA, and UK GDPR regulations. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparent practices regarding cookies.
For any queries or concerns related to cookies, please reach out to our support team at [email protected].