Cookies Policy

Last Updated: May 6, 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, track usage patterns, and provide enhanced functionality.

Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's storage. They do not typically contain personal information that directly identifies you, but may store preferences and behavioral data.

How We Use Cookies

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Remember your cookie consent preferences
  • Maintain session continuity as you navigate the site
  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Analyze traffic patterns and visitor behavior

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Essential cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie settings, as they are fundamental to providing the service you've requested.

Examples:

  • Cookie consent status
  • Session management
  • Security and authentication

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.

Examples:

  • Language preferences
  • Region selection
  • User interface customization

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the site's performance and user experience.

Examples:

  • Page views and navigation patterns
  • Time spent on pages
  • Error messages encountered
  • Referring websites

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. These services may use cookies to track your online activities across different websites.

We do not control these third-party cookies. Their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these services to understand how they use cookies.

Cookie Duration

Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help the website remember your actions during a single browsing session.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. They remember your preferences across multiple visits.

Our persistent cookies typically expire after:

  • Cookie consent: 12 months
  • Analytics data: 24 months
  • Functional preferences: 12 months

Managing Cookies

Cookie Banner Controls

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and respected on subsequent visits.

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies specifically
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

Browser help sections provide detailed instructions for cookie management:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Impact of Blocking Cookies

Blocking all cookies may affect website functionality. Essential features may not work properly, and you may need to manually adjust settings each time you visit.

Blocking only non-essential cookies typically does not impact core functionality but may limit personalization and prevent us from improving the site based on usage patterns.

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to maintain certain preferences and state information. Local storage works similarly to cookies but stores data locally on your device without transmitting it to our servers with each request.

Local storage data can be cleared through your browser settings, typically in the same location as cookie controls.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry consensus on how to respond to these signals.

We respect user privacy and minimize tracking where possible. However, essential cookies remain necessary for basic site functionality regardless of Do Not Track settings.

Updates to Cookie Usage

We may update our use of cookies from time to time. Changes will be reflected in this policy with an updated revision date. Significant changes may prompt a new cookie consent request when you next visit the site.

More Information

For more information about cookies, including how to see which cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit:

  • www.aboutcookies.org
  • www.allaboutcookies.org

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 45 Deansgate, Manchester M3 2AY, United Kingdom

Specific Cookies Used

Below is a list of specific cookies currently used on our website:

Cookie Name Purpose Type Duration
cookieConsent Stores your cookie consent choice Essential 12 months
sessionID Maintains session state Essential Session
formData Temporarily stores form information Functional Session

This list may be updated as we add or remove functionality from the website.