Last Updated: 19th September 2024
HolidayCare.org.uk (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use cookies on our website, https://www.holidaycare.org.uk/ (the “Website”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about your rights.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are used to enhance user experience, store preferences, and gather statistical data, among other purposes.
Cookies can be either:
- Session cookies: Temporary and erased once you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on HolidayCare.org.uk for several purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the proper functioning of the website, enabling core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. Without these, certain services you request cannot be provided.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our website, such as pages visited and traffic sources. This data helps us improve the website’s performance and user experience. We use tools such as Google Analytics to analyse website traffic.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences (e.g., language settings) to provide a more personalised experience when you return to the site.
- Advertising and Targeting Cookies: Although we do not serve third-party ads, we may use cookies for retargeting purposes and to ensure the information we provide is relevant to your interests.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics, to assist us in improving and analysing the use of our Website. These third parties may place their own cookies on your device when you use our site. These cookies are subject to the respective third-party privacy policies, not ours.
4. Your Consent
By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy. Upon your first visit to our site, a cookie banner will appear to notify you of our cookie use and provide you with the option to manage your preferences.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the website.
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through their settings. You can block or delete cookies from your browser.
- For Chrome: Google Chrome Help
- For Firefox: Mozilla Firefox Help
- For Safari: Apple Safari Help
- Third-Party Opt-Out: Some cookies used by third-party services can be managed directly through their privacy settings or opt-out tools.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
HolidayCare.org.uk
Email: support@holidaycare.org.uk