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Cookies Policy

Effective Date: [INSERT DATE]

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how [Company Legal Name] ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you have disabled them in your browser settings.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognise your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which function similarly to cookies.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are necessary for the website to work.

Examples:

  • Session management cookies
  • Security and authentication cookies
  • Load balancing cookies

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and user experience.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user interactions, and website performance. You can opt-out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Website usage statistics and performance monitoring

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements or to measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. These cookies require your consent.

Examples:

  • Social media tracking pixels
  • Advertising platform cookies
  • Retargeting cookies

Note: We currently [DO/DON'T] use marketing cookies. If we do, you will be able to manage your preferences through our cookie consent banner.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie NamePurposeTypeDuration
_gaGoogle Analytics - distinguishes usersAnalytics2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics - distinguishes usersAnalytics24 hours
_gatGoogle Analytics - throttles request rateAnalytics1 minute
session_idMaintains user sessionNecessarySession

This table is a general guide. Actual cookies may vary. You can check which cookies are set on your device by inspecting your browser's developer tools.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies, and you should refer to the third party's privacy and cookies policies for more information.

Third-party services we use:

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

How to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-necessary cookies, or customise your preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by [INSERT METHOD - e.g., clicking the cookie settings link in the footer or clearing your browser cookies].

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices through our cookie consent mechanism.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

[Company Legal Name]

[Registered Address]

Email: [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL]