What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your browsing experience
- Analyse website traffic and performance
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- User interface customisation
- Form data retention
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how our website works.
Examples:
- Page visit tracking
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation patterns
- Error reporting
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. These third parties may include:
- Analytics providers
- Content delivery networks
- Payment processors (if applicable)
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they use cookies.
Cookie Duration
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate through the website.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and recognise you when you return to our website.
Managing Cookies
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
Your choice is stored in a cookie (ironically) so we remember your preference on future visits.
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly. Specifically:
- You may need to re-enter information more frequently
- Certain features may not work as intended
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- We may not be able to remember your cookie consent choice
Cookies We Use
Below is a list of specific cookies used on our website:
Essential Cookies
- cookieConsent: Stores your cookie preference choice (accepted/rejected). Duration: 1 year.
Functional Cookies
- sessionStorage/localStorage: Stores form data and user preferences temporarily. Duration: Session or until cleared.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Our website respects DNT signals where technically feasible.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. We will post any changes on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
[email protected]
47 Wellington Street
London, WC2E 7BD
United Kingdom
More Information
For more information about cookies and how they work, visit:
- www.aboutcookies.org
- www.allaboutcookies.org