Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy for Lydia Whitney

Effective Date: 31 December 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how we, Lydia Whitney, use cookies and similar technologies on our website (lydiawhitney.co.uk). By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

Who We Are

Website: lydiawhitney.co.uk
Email: hello@lydiawhitney.co.uk
Owner: Lydia Whitney (Sole Trader)

What Are Cookies?

When you visit a website, cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone). They help us improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and tracking your interactions with the site.

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website's functioning. Without them, you may be unable to use certain features of our site.
- Session Cookie: Used to maintain your session while you navigate through the website. This ensures a smooth browsing experience.
- Cookie Consent Cookie: Stores your cookie consent preferences to ensure compliance with privacy regulations.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and settings.
- Language Preferences Cookie: Remembers your preferred language and other settings to provide a more personalised experience.
Analytical or Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to analyse how users interact with the website, helping us improve its performance and content.
- Interaction Cookie: Tracks user interactions with the website, such as page views and time spent on each page.
- Performance Data Cookie: Collects data on website performance, including load times and errors.
- Demographic Data Cookie: Gathers anonymised data on user behaviour, including geographic location, to improve content relevance.
- Marketing Campaign Cookie: Tracks user engagement with marketing campaigns and links leading to the website.
- Google Analytics Cookie: We use Google Analytics to monitor website traffic and analyse user interactions. This data helps us improve the website’s content and user experience.
  Note: We may also use this data for remarketing purposes, showing targeted ads to users based on their interactions with the website. This data will only be used for internal purposes and will not be shared with third parties for advertising purposes outside of remarketing.
Targeting Cookies
These cookies enable us to show you targeted advertisements based on your browsing habits and preferences.
- Browsing Habits Cookie: Tracks your browsing habits across different websites, allowing us to show you relevant ads.
- Advertising Engagement Cookie: Collects data about the pages you visit and your interactions with advertisements.
- User Profile Cookie: Tracks your visits to build a profile of your interests and deliver personalised ads.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

Improve website functionality and user experience
Track website performance and identify areas for improvement
Personalise content and advertisements based on your preferences
Analyse user behaviour to optimise our marketing campaigns
Use Google Analytics to collect data on website usage and enhance user experience
Use data collected via Google Analytics for remarketing purposes to show targeted ads based on user interactions

Will Data Be Transferred Outside the UK or EEA?

No, the data collected via cookies will not be transferred outside of the United Kingdom or the European Economic Area (EEA).

How to Manage Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, but doing so may impact your experience on our website. For more details on how to manage cookies, visit the help section of your browser.

Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party cookies, such as those provided by analytics and advertising platforms (e.g., Google Analytics). These cookies are subject to the privacy policies of those third parties.

Data Protection and Privacy

For more information on how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the most recent revision will be noted at the top of the page.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

Email: hello@lydiawhitney.co.uk
Website: lydiawhitney.co.uk