Cookies Policy
Cookie Policy
This page outlines the Cookie Policy of this website, explaining what cookies are, how they are used, and the types of cookies utilised to enhance your browsing experience.
What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small piece of text that a website asks your browser to store on your device. Each cookie has an expiration date that determines how long it remains in your browser. Cookies can be removed in two ways:
- Automatically: When they expire.
- Manually: When you delete them through your browser settings.
Does This Website Use Cookies?
Yes, this website uses cookies with the primary purpose of improving its functionality and ensuring a seamless user experience.
What Kinds of Cookies Do We Use and Why?
We utilise different types of cookies for various reasons, as outlined below:
- Session Cookies
Description: Temporary cookies that are erased automatically when you close your browser.
Purpose: Grant access to specific content and features during your session. - Persistent Cookies
Description: Cookies that remain in your browser until they expire or are manually deleted.
Purpose: Help us understand usage patterns to improve the website.
This data is anonymised and analysed in aggregate, ensuring no personally identifiable information (PII) is visible.
What Other Cookies Might You Encounter on This Website?
Our website uses a limited number of third-party cookies, which may include both session and persistent cookies. These are set by trusted third parties to enhance the user experience. Examples include:
Audience Measurement and Validation
- Purpose: To analyse website traffic and popularity of pages using tools like Google Analytics.
- Details: No personally identifiable information (PII) is collected.
- Data is reviewed in aggregate and anonymised for insight into usage patterns
What Kinds of Cookies Do We Not Use?
We do not utilise the following types of cookies:
- Re-targeting Cookies: Used to display targeted advertising.
- Flash Cookies (Local Shared Objects/LSOs): Often used for enhanced data storage.
- Third-Party Advertising Cookies: Cookies dropped by advertising networks to behaviourally target users.
Do We Use Intrusive Cookies?
No, we do not use any type of cookies that capture personally identifiable information (PII). This includes re-targeting cookies, flash cookies, and any similar intrusive technologies.
Do We Sell Customer Information via Cookies?
No, we do not use cookies to sell or share your personal information.
Will the Website Function if Cookies Are Disabled?
You may browse this website with cookies disabled; however, some features and interactions may not function as intended.
Why Does the Cookie Banner Keep Reappearing?
If the cookie banner reappears on subsequent visits despite closing it, it’s likely that cookies are disabled in your browser. We use a persistent cookie to remember your preference to close the banner, but this only works if cookies are enabled on our site.
Managing Cookies
- You can manage cookies through your browser settings, where you can block or delete cookies as desired.
- For more information on how to control cookies, please consult your browser’s help section.
Cookies policy regulations vary depending on the region, but they generally require websites to inform users about the use of cookies and obtain their consent before storing them on their devices. These regulations aim to enhance transparency and protect user privacy, ensuring individuals have control over their personal data.
In the United Kingdom, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) enforces rules under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). Websites must clearly explain what cookies do, why they are used, and obtain user consent unless the cookies are strictly necessary for the website’s functionality. UK organisations must ensure cookie banners are properly displayed and that users can easily manage their preferences. Non-essential cookies, such as those used for advertising and analytics, require explicit permission from users before being activated.
In the European Union, cookies are regulated under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive. Websites must provide detailed information about cookies and obtain explicit consent before storing non-essential cookies. The GDPR considers cookies that track user behaviour as personal data, meaning they require compliance with strict privacy rules, such as allowing users to revoke consent at any time. The upcoming EU ePrivacy Regulation, intended to replace the ePrivacy Directive, may introduce additional measures to enhance privacy protections and further regulate cookie usage across member states.
In the United States, cookie regulations vary by state due to the absence of a federal privacy law governing cookie consent. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requires websites to disclose cookie usage and allow users to opt out of data collection. Businesses must provide a "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" link if they engage in data-sharing practices. Other states, such as Virginia, Colorado, and Connecticut, have introduced similar privacy laws that mandate transparency in cookie usage and give users the right to opt out of targeted advertising. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also monitors deceptive practices related to cookie usage, ensuring businesses adhere to fair data collection standards.
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