Last Updated: 05 August 2024

This Cookies Policy explains how (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can be stored for varying lengths of time on your browser or device.

2. Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes, including:

• To provide you with a personalized experience on our website.
• To remember your preferences and settings.
• To analyze how our website is used and improve its performance.
• To deliver relevant advertising to you.

3. Types of cookies we use

• Essential cookies: These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website. They include, for example, cookies that enable you to log into secure areas of our website.
• Analytical/performance cookies: These cookies allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors to our website and to see how visitors move around our website when they are using it. This helps us to improve the way our website works, for example, by ensuring that users find what they are looking for easily.
• Functionality cookies: These cookies are used to recognize you when you return to our website. This enables us to personalize our content for you, greet you by name, and remember your preferences.
• Social media cookies: We may also use cookies from social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to enable social media integration on our website. These cookies are used to track your interactions with social media plugins on our website, such as the Facebook “Like” button or the Twitter “Tweet” button. They may also be used to collect information about your browsing habits and interests to personalize your social media experience and show you targeted advertisements on social media platforms.

4. Your choices regarding cookies

You have the right to choose whether or not to accept cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. However, this may prevent you from taking full advantage of the Website.

You can also control and manage cookies in various ways. For example, you can set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie, giving you the chance to decide whether to accept it or not. You can also delete cookies that have already been set.
Please note that if you choose to block cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly.

5. Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes we make will be posted on this page, so please check back frequently to see any updates or changes.
Contact us If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us at [email protected].

6. Controlling cookies for a website

Here are the steps you can take to control cookies on a UK website:

1. Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the “Options,” “Preferences,” or “Settings” menu of your browser. Within these settings, you can choose to block all cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or prompt you before accepting a cookie from a website.
2. Cookie Preferences: You can manage your cookie preferences within your browser settings. This allows you to control how cookies are stored and used on your device. You can choose to block or delete cookies that are already stored on your device.
3. Third-Party Cookies: Some browsers allow you to specifically block third-party cookies, which are cookies set by a website other than the one you’re currently visiting. Blocking third-party cookies can help enhance your privacy online.
4. Browser Extensions: There are browser extensions available that can help you manage cookies more effectively. These extensions can offer additional features for controlling cookies, such as automatically deleting cookies after a certain period of time.
5. Privacy Settings: Some websites provide privacy settings that allow you to control how they use cookies and other tracking technologies. You can usually find these settings in the website’s privacy policy or settings menu.
6. Opting Out: Some cookies are used for online behavioural advertising, and you can opt out of these cookies through various advertising industry programs.

It’s important to note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your browsing experience and the functionality of certain websites. Always consider the implications before making changes to your cookie settings.