Cookie Policy

What are cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

How we use cookies

We use cookies to:
– Ensure the website functions correctly
– Improve performance and user experience
– Understand how visitors interact with the website
– Provide security and prevent fraud

Types of cookies we use

Essential cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions such as logging in, filling out forms, or setting preferences.

Performance and analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting information anonymously, such as pages visited and time spent on the site.

Functionality cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your preferences or login details, to provide a more personalised experience.

Third-party cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as embedded videos, maps, or social media integrations. These providers may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Cookies set by WordPress

If you leave a comment on our site, you may opt-in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies. These cookies last for one year.

If you visit the login page, a temporary cookie is set to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When you log in, cookies are used to store your login information and screen display preferences. Login cookies last for two days, and screen option cookies last for one year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login persists for two weeks.

If you edit or publish content, a cookie is saved in your browser indicating the post ID. This cookie expires after one day.

How you can control cookies

You can control and manage cookies in your browser settings. You can delete existing cookies and choose to block cookies entirely. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

Legal basis for using cookies

Under GDPR, we rely on:
– Legitimate interest for essential cookies required for the operation of the website
– Consent for non-essential cookies such as analytics and third-party cookies

Changes to this cookie policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies. Please check this page periodically for updates.

Contact information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us via the website contact page.