1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly and provide information to the website owners.
2. How we use cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website functions correctly
- Improve user experience
- Analyse website traffic and performance
- Support marketing and advertising activities (if applicable)
3. Types of cookies we use
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for the website to operate and cannot be switched off.
- Example: session cookies, security cookies
- Legal basis: Legitimate interest
b) Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our website.
- Example: Google Analytics
- Legal basis: Consent
c) Functional Cookies
These allow enhanced functionality and personalization.
- Example: remembering preferences
- Legal basis: Consent
d) Marketing Cookies (if used)
Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant ads.
- Legal basis: Consent
4. Third-party cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Embedded content (videos, maps, etc.)
These providers may process your data according to their own privacy policies.
5. Managing cookies
When you first visit our website, you will be asked to accept or manage cookies.
You can also:
- Change your preferences via the cookie banner
- Block cookies through your browser settings
Note: Disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request deletion or correction