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Cookies Policy

Last updated: 25 May 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, understand how visitors interact with our website, and improve our services. We only use cookies that are necessary for website functionality and those you have consented to.

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preference choices 1 year
session_id Maintains your session state during your visit Session

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
selected_service Remembers your service selection when navigating the site Session
form_data Temporarily stores form information to prevent data loss Session

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether visitors receive error messages. This helps us improve how our website works. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_analytics_id Distinguishes unique visitors and tracks site usage patterns 2 years
page_view Records pages viewed during your visit Session

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services. We use these services to enhance functionality, but we do not control how these third parties use cookies.

Currently, we do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies. If this changes, we will update this policy and seek your consent where required.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Review and change your preferences at any time

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies from being set
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and prevent certain features from functioning properly.

Browser-Specific Instructions

For information on managing cookies in specific browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage cookies

How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies have different lifespans:

  • Session cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to be tracked. We respect DNT signals and do not track users who have DNT enabled in their browsers.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our cookie practices. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when changes were last made.

Significant changes will be communicated through a notice on our website or, where appropriate, by email.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:

luminary-tide
47 Rosemary Street
Belfast BT1 1QB
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]

More Information

For more information about cookies and how they work, visit:

  • All About Cookies
  • Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) - Cookies

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