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1) What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We also use similar storage (like localStorage) for the same purposes.
2) How we use cookies
Right now, we only use essential cookies/storage to make the site work (for example, remembering whether you accepted or declined cookies). If we add analytics in the future (e.g., Google Analytics 4), we will only use them with your consent.
3) Categories
- Essential — required for the site to function (e.g., your cookie preference). These do not require consent.
- Analytics (optional) — help us understand usage to improve the site. We will not load these unless you choose “Accept”.
4) What we set
| Name / Key | Type | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
cookieConsent (localStorage) |
Essential | Stores your cookie banner choice: accepted or declined, so we don’t show the banner again. |
Until you clear it / “Reset my choice” |
| Session storage keys | Essential | May be used by the site to keep navigation state while you browse pages. | End of session |
5) Third-party cookies
If you proceed to checkout, Stripe may set its own cookies on Stripe-hosted pages to enable payments and prevent fraud. Those are controlled by Stripe’s policies on their domain.
6) Managing your preferences
You can change your cookie choice at any time:
You can also control cookies via your browser settings (blocking, clearing). If you block essential storage, parts of the site may not work.
7) Changes to this notice
We may update this notice to reflect changes in law or our use of cookies. We’ll update the date above and describe material changes where appropriate.
8) Contact
Questions about cookies? Email support@thegreatchangeuk.com.