1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how streetfirstaid.org.uk (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our Website, how we use the information they collect, and your choices related to those cookies.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile, tablet) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, recognize returning users, and enable analytics and functional enhancements.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use (or may use) the following categories of cookies:
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Strictly Necessary Cookies – essential for the operation of the Website (e.g., session cookies, security, login).
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Performance / Analytics Cookies – collect information about how visitors use the site (pages visited, time spent, errors) to improve site performance.
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Functional Cookies – remember preferences you set (language, region, font size).
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Targeting / Advertising Cookies – used to deliver relevant ads and track users across sites (if applicable).
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Below is (an illustrative / example) list of cookies used on our Website (you should audit your actual implementation and replace or expand this list):
| Cookie name | Purpose | Type | Expiry |
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| _ga | Google Analytics – tracks user sessions | Performance | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics – distinguishes users | Performance | 24 hours |
| session_id | Session management | Strictly Necessary | end of session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers user cookie settings | Functional | 1 year |
(Note: replace with your actual cookie names, purposes, and expiry details.)
5. Consent & Control
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On first visit, we display a cookie banner asking for your consent to non-essential cookies (functional, performance, targeting).
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You may accept or reject non-essential cookies or manage your preferences.
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You can also disable or delete cookies via your browser settings (see “How to Manage Cookies” below).
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Refusing certain cookies may affect functionality and your experience on the Website.
6. How to Manage & Delete Cookies
You can manage cookies via your browser settings. You can:
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Block all cookies
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Delete specific cookies
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Use “private” or “incognito” browser modes
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Consult your browser’s help documentation for instructions (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, etc.)
7. Changes to this Cookies Policy
We may update this policy, particularly if we introduce new cookies or change how we use them. We will post changes here with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use after changes means acceptance.