Cookie Policy

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, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies do not contain software programs, viruses or spyware. They cannot access information on your hard drive, and the data they contain is typically limited to an anonymous identifier and some site preferences.

We use the following categories of cookies on our website: Essential Cookies These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Performance & Analytics Cookies These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. Functionality Cookies These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. Targeting Cookies These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.

We use cookies for the following purposes: • To ensure our website functions correctly and securely • To remember your preferences and settings between visits • To analyse site traffic and user behaviour so we can improve our services • To understand the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns • To provide a more personalised browsing experience • To prevent fraudulent activity and improve security

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that we use. These include: • Google Analytics: helps us analyse website traffic and user behaviour • Meta (Facebook) Pixel: helps us measure the effectiveness of our advertising • Hotjar or similar session recording tools: helps us understand how users interact with our forms and pages These third parties may use cookies, web beacons and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our website and other websites. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these services for more information.

Cookies can be either "session" or "persistent": Session Cookies These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They allow our website to link your actions during a single browsing session. Persistent Cookies These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. They are activated each time you visit the website that created them. The duration varies by cookie but is typically between 30 days and 2 years.

You can control and manage cookies in several ways: Browser Settings Most web browsers allow you to view, manage, delete and block cookies through the browser settings. Please consult your browser's help documentation for specific instructions. Cookie Consent Banner When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer. Opt-Out Links For analytics cookies, you can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For advertising cookies, you can manage your preferences through the Digital Advertising Alliance or Your Online Choices portals. Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website and some features may not work as intended.