Cookies Policy
Information about the cookies we use and how to manage them.
Last updated: January 2024
This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They serve various purposes, from remembering your preferences to helping website owners understand how visitors interact with their sites.
Cookies can be 'session' cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or 'persistent' cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
How We Use Cookies
Our website uses cookies for several purposes. We have categorised them to help you understand their function:
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They enable core features such as security, accessibility, and basic functionality. Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work properly.
Necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are fundamental to the operation of the site.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| sessionId | Maintains session state for security | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on site, and any errors encountered. This data is aggregated and anonymous, meaning it does not identify you personally.
Analytics cookies help us improve our website by showing which content is popular and identifying areas that may need improvement.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics | 24 hours |
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies track visitors across websites to enable the display of relevant advertisements. They may be set by advertising partners and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
These cookies are only placed with your consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Used by Facebook for delivering advertisements | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Used by Google AdSense for conversion tracking | 3 months |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over which non-essential cookies are placed on your device:
Using Our Cookie Settings
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer or clicking here.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from all or specific websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Receive alerts when cookies are being set
The method for managing cookies varies by browser. Consult your browser's help documentation for specific instructions:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Opting Out of Analytics
If you wish to opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on, available from Google's website.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third parties. These organisations have their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to read these policies to understand how they use your data:
- Google Analytics: policies.google.com/privacy
- Facebook: facebook.com/policy/cookies
We do not control third-party cookies and are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some functionality of our website may be affected:
- Necessary cookies disabled: Core website features may not work correctly
- Analytics cookies disabled: We will have less insight into how to improve the website, but your browsing experience will not be affected
- Marketing cookies disabled: You will still see advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests
Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, websites may use similar technologies such as:
- Local storage: Data stored in your browser that persists until cleared
- Session storage: Data stored for the duration of your browser session
- Pixels and web beacons: Small images that track when content has been viewed
We treat these technologies with the same privacy considerations as cookies.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this cookies policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 47 Pemberton House, Victoria Street, London SW1E 5NE