Cookies Policy
Effective Date: Friday 1st November 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Webwise (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, you should adjust your browser settings or stop using our website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) by websites that you visit. They help websites work efficiently and provide information to the website owner.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the functioning of our website. Without these cookies, certain features may not be available.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us improve the performance of our website.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference) and provide enhanced functionality.
- Targeting or Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver personalised advertisements relevant to your interests and track the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party service providers who set cookies on our behalf for analytics, advertising, and other purposes. These third-party cookies are governed by their respective privacy policies, not ours.
5. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies, but this may affect your experience on our website.
- Opt-Out Tools: Some third-party service providers offer tools to opt out of their cookies, such as Google Ads Preferences Manager or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.
6. Cookies We Use
Below is a list of cookies we use and their purpose:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session state across pages. | Session |
| _ga | Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance. | 2 years |
| _gat | Google Analytics: Used to throttle request rates. | 1 minute |
| _gid | Google Analytics: Tracks user behaviour across pages. | 24 hours |
Please note that this list may be updated periodically as our use of cookies evolves.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised “Effective Date”.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@webwise.org.uk
Address: Webwise, 8 Wordsworth Close, Brixington, Exmouth, Devon EX8 5SQ UK
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