Cookie statement

If you have any further questions or comments, feel free to contact us via our contact page [insert URL].

What are cookies?

A cookie is a small file saved on your computer or mobile device. It has a unique ID assigned to your device and enables the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as location, language, font size and other display preferences) over a period of time. That way, you don’t have to keep re-entering the information whenever you come back to the website or browse from one page to another. Cookies can also help customise your browsing experience.

Not all cookies contain personal information but where they do, we will treat this information as personal data in accordance with our Privacy Statement [insert URL]. We also treat cookie information as personal data where it is associated with your account or other contact information.

Types of cookies

There are two broad categories of cookies: persistent cookies and session cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device until deleted manually or automatically. Session cookies remain on your device until you close your browser and are thereby automatically deleted.

Why do we use cookies?

Generally speaking, there are a few reasons why we may use cookies:
• cookies that are strictly necessary for the website to function and to enable you to make use of the services we provide;
• cookies that collect data related to the use of our website and the performance of it. We use this information to improve our online products and services;
• cookies that we use to personalise and optimise your experience on our website. These cookies store information on your choices such as text size, language and screen resolution.
• cookies that are placed by third parties for enhanced services (such as social media cookies) or for advertising purposes.

Please see below for further information on the types of cookies we use.

Strictly necessary cookies
These are cookies that we need to be able to offer you a proper functioning website and which enables you to make use of the services we provide.

If these cookies are blocked, you will not be able to make use of our website.
Purpose Type of data collected Cookie name How long is the cookie stored for?
[Include a short description of the cookie and what it’s used for] [Include a list of the types of data that the cookie collects i.e. time spent on the website, referring pages, browser history, IP address, e-mail information. Make sure you provide this information in clear and understandable language so the user can easily understand what information the cookie collects] [Insert the name of the cookie to identify the cookie] [When does the cookie expire? Examples: expires after the session ends, expires when the browser window closes or expires after a certain period of time. Please specify]

Analytics and performance-related cookies
These cookies help us measure traffic patterns to determine which areas of our website have been visited. We use this to research a visitor’s habits so that we can improve our online products and services. We may log IP addresses (that is, the electronic addresses of computers connected to the internet) to analyse trends, administer the website, track users’ movements, and gather broad demographic information.

These cookies are not essential to the website and we will always ask for your consent before placing these cookies. You can withdraw your consent at all times. See more information below [hyperlink to ‘Your Preferences’ below].

Purpose Type of data collected Cookie name How long is the cookie stored for?
[Include a short description of the cookie and what it’s used for] [Include a list of the types of data that the cookie collects i.e. time spent on the website, referring pages, browser history, IP address, e-mail information. Make sure you provide this information in clear and understandable language so the user can easily understand what information the cookie collects] [Insert the name of the cookie to identify the cookie] [When does the cookie expire? Examples: expires after the session ends, expires when the browser window closes or expires after a certain period of time. Please specify]

Cookies for personalisation
These cookies enable us to recognise your computer and greet you each time you visit our website without bothering you with a request to register or to log in.

These cookies are not essential to the website but enhance the experience for you. We will always ask for your consent before placing these cookies. You can withdraw your consent at all times. See more information below [hyperlink to ‘Your Preferences’ below].

Purpose Type of data collected Cookie name How long is the cookie stored for?
[Include a short description of the cookie and what it’s used for] [Include a list of the types of data that the cookie collects i.e. time spent on the website, referring pages, browser history, IP address, e-mail information. Make sure you provide this information in clear and understandable language so the user can easily understand what information the cookie collects] [Insert the name of the cookie to identify the cookie] [When does the cookie expire? Examples: expires after the session ends, expires when the browser window closes or expires after a certain period of time. Please specify]

Third party cookies
These are cookies placed on our website by third parties on our behalf. The cookies enable us to generate personalised advertisements on other websites, which are based on information about you such as your page views on our website. Our websites may also place cookies for third-party services such as social media [Please provide an example that is specific to your website e.g. clicking on ‘Share to Facebook’ may mean that a Facebook cookie is placed in the user’s browser].

We do not provide any personal information to third parties that place cookies on our website. However, third parties may assume that users who interact with or click on a personalised ad or content displayed on our website fall within a group that the ad or content is directed towards. We do not have access to or control over cookies or other features that advertisers and third party sites may use. The information practices of these third parties are not covered by our Privacy or Cookie Statement. Please contact them directly for more information about their privacy practices.
These cookies are not essential to the website and we will always ask for your consent before placing these cookies. You can withdraw your consent at all times. See more information below [hyperlink to ‘Your Preferences’ below].

Purpose Type of data collected Cookie name How long is the cookie stored for?
[Include a short description of the cookie and what it’s used for] [Include a list of the types of data that the cookie collects i.e. time spent on the website, referring pages, browser history, IP address, e-mail information. Make sure you provide this information in clear and understandable language so the user can easily understand what information the cookie collects] [Insert the name of the cookie to identify the cookie] [When does the cookie expire? Examples: expires after the session ends, expires when the browser window closes or expires after a certain period of time. Please specify]

Other technologies

Our website may make use of other technologies, as detailed below.

Name of technology Type of data collected Purpose
[Insert name of additional technology e.g. browser fingerprinting, Wi-Fi tracking etc.] [Include a list of the types of data that the cookie collects i.e. time spent on the website, referring pages, browser history, IP address, e-mail information. Make sure you provide this information in clear and understandable language so the user can easily understand what information the cookie collects] [include a short description of the technology and what it’s used for]

Your preferences

It’s possible to restrict or block cookies or even delete cookies that have already been placed on your device. If you do so, you may not be able to access certain parts of our website and we may think that you have never visited us before and will therefore show you the Cookie Notice again and ask for your consent in placing cookies.

Our website has a tool to help you to manage cookies. You can access this tool by clicking here [insert hyperlink to tool].

You can also restrict or block cookies by changing your browser’s settings. Check the specific information in your browser’s help section to find out how to manage your cookie settings.

How to contact us

If you have any questions, comments or complaints regarding cookies, please contact us via our contact page [insert URL].