Cookie Policy

Last Updated – October 2024

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we employ, the data we collect using cookies, how that data is used, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

For more information on how we use, store, and protect your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy. You can change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time via the Cookie Declaration on our website.

Your consent applies to the following domain: https://wearegiffard.org

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when a website loads in your browser. They help the website function correctly, enhance security, provide a better user experience, and give insights into how the site performs and where improvements are needed.

How Do We Use Cookies?

Our website uses both first-party and third-party cookies for several purposes:

First-party cookies are essential for the website’s proper functioning and do not collect personally identifiable information.

Third-party cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the site, enhance security, improve user experience, and speed up future interactions with the website.

What Types of Cookies Do We Use?

Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for you to access the full functionality of our website. They help maintain user sessions and prevent security threats. These cookies do not collect personal information.

Statistics Cookies: These cookies collect information about website visits, such as the number of visitors, the pages visited, and the traffic source. This data helps us analyse and improve the website’s performance.

Preference Cookies: These cookies remember your settings and preferences, such as language choices, to provide a more personalised experience on future visits.

Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the cookies used on our website:

Essential Cookies

Examples:

session_id: Maintains user session information (e.g., keeping a user logged in during a visit).

csrf_token: Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks by validating session requests.

cookie_consent: Saves whether the user has accepted or rejected cookies.

Retention: Typically expires at the end of the session or within a few hours.

Statistics Cookies

Examples:

Google Analytics:

_ga: Tracks unique visitors by assigning a random identifier.

_gid: Tracks user behaviour for 24 hours after a visit.

_gat: Limits data collection during high-traffic periods.

Other Tools:

hjIncludedInSample (Hotjar): Tracks if a user is included in behaviour sampling.

yandexuid (Yandex Metrica): Tracks visitor numbers and session counts.

Retention: Can range from 1 day to 2 years, depending on the tool.

Preference Cookies

Examples:

language: Remembers the user’s preferred language (e.g., en, fr).

theme: Stores display preferences (e.g., dark mode or light mode).

location: Stores approximate geographic location to personalise content.

Retention: Typically longer-lived, such as 1 year or more.

How Can I Control My Cookie Preferences?

You can manage your cookie preferences anytime by clicking the “Manage Consents” tab at the bottom of your screen. This will bring up the consent notice, allowing you to modify or withdraw your cookie consent.

Alternatively, you can disable cookies in your browser settings and delete any cookies already stored on your device associated with this website. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain website features.

If you want to delete cookies or instruct your browser to delete or ignore cookies, please look at your browser’s help section.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, feel free to contact us: