Cookies Policy
Understanding how we use cookies on our website
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enhance user experience.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they reach their expiry date) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
How We Use Cookies
Our website uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as remembering your cookie consent preferences. Without these cookies, certain features of the website cannot be provided.
- cookieConsent: Stores your cookie consent preference. Expires after 365 days.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and choices. If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function correctly.
- submittedService: Temporarily stores service selection for form submission feedback. Session cookie, deleted when browser closes.
Analytics Cookies
We may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the website structure and content. Analytics data is collected in aggregate form and does not identify individual users.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be placed by third-party services. These might include:
- Analytics services that help us understand website usage
- Social media platforms if you share content from our website
Third-party cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of those third parties.
Managing Cookies
You have control over cookies used on our website:
Through Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your preference is stored and remembered for future visits.
Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or selected cookies
- Block cookies from all websites or specific websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Accept all cookies
- Receive notification when a cookie is set
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website and may prevent certain features from functioning correctly.
Browser-Specific Instructions
For guidance on managing cookies in specific browsers, please refer to your browser's help documentation or settings menu. Common browsers include Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, our website may use local storage, a similar technology that stores data in your browser. Local storage data persists until explicitly deleted. We use local storage for:
- Storing your cookie consent preference
- Temporary form data to improve user experience
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not wish to be tracked. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage tracking through our cookie banner and browser settings.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookies policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
blossom-magpie
45 Queen Street
Edinburgh EH2 3NH
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Last updated: September 2024