Last updated: 5 May 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small files placed on your device that store preferences and information. Similar technologies include pixels and local storage.
2. Why We Use Cookies
| Category | Purpose | Examples* |
| Strictly Necessary | Site security, load balancing | server‑session ID |
| Analytics | Measure traffic, popular content | _ga, _gid (Google Analytics) |
| Advertising (Personalised) | Tailor ad content, limit frequency, detect fraud | IDE, NID (Google), _fbp (Meta) |
| Social Media | Track conversions from Facebook/Instagram | fr |
*Cookie names may change when vendors update services.
3. EU/UK Consent Banner
Visitors from the EU/EEA/UK see a banner requesting consent for non‑essential cookies. You can withdraw consent anytime via the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.
4. Managing Cookies
- Browser controls let you block or delete cookies.
- Opt‑out tools:
- Google Analytics – https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ad Settings – https://adssettings.google.com
- Meta Ad Preferences – https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences Blocking cookies may affect some Site features.
5. Changes
We review this Policy annually or when we add/remove vendors.
6. Contact
Email [email protected] with “Cookie Policy” in the subject.
