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cookie policy
The celebrant piper
cookie policy for the celebrant piper
Effective Date: 28th September 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how The Celebrant Piper ("we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login details, or the content of your shopping cart. Cookies make your experience on our site more efficient and tailored to your needs.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies, as the site would not function properly without them.
b. Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous data, such as the number of visitors and the pages they visit. This information helps us improve the performance and usability of our website.
c. Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies enable the website to remember your choices and preferences, such as your preferred language or region. These cookies improve your experience by personalizing content and services during future visits.
d. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to display relevant advertisements to you, based on your browsing habits, and to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. We may share this information with third-party advertising networks or services to display tailored ads on other websites you visit.
3. Cookies We Use
Below is a list of cookies we use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
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Google Analytics tracking | 2 years |
__utmb |
Google Analytics session tracking | 30 minutes |
__utmz |
Stores the traffic source | 6 months |
wp-settings-* |
WordPress settings | 1 year |
woocommerce_* |
WooCommerce functionality | Session or 2 days |
Note: The exact cookies may vary depending on the website's configuration.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we use third-party cookies provided by trusted external services. These third-party cookies may track your use of our website to help us understand your interactions with external services, such as social media platforms or marketing providers. Examples include:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to track website traffic and user behavior.
- Facebook Pixel: For measuring and improving the effectiveness of our ads on social media.
You can manage your preferences for third-party cookies through their respective settings (e.g., Google or Facebook settings) or by adjusting your browser settings.
5. How to Control Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. For more information on how to manage cookies, visit your browser's help section or consult these guides:
Please note that if you block or disable certain cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly or may become less efficient.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the use of cookies or for legal and operational reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and, where appropriate, you will be notified of any significant changes via email or a notification on our website.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
The Celebrant Piper
Email: allymacpherson@thescottishcelebrants.org
Phone: 07979903440