Cookie Policy.

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.

This Cookie Policy explains how The Code Studio ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (thecodestudio.co.uk). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) in our use of cookies.

When you visit our website, cookies may be stored on your device. These cookies can be:

First-Party Cookies

Set by our website directly. These are used to remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and provide core website functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

Set by external services we use, such as analytics providers or embedded content. These cookies are controlled by the respective third parties.

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help our website remember your actions during a single browsing session.

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognise you as a returning visitor and remember your preferences.

We categorise the cookies we use into the following types:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure areas access, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how our website works.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies on our website.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies to collect and store information:

Local Storage

Similar to cookies, local storage allows websites to store data on your device. Unlike cookies, local storage data is not automatically sent to the server with each request. We may use local storage to save your preferences or cache data for better performance.

Session Storage

Session storage works similarly to local storage but is cleared when you close your browser tab. We use this for temporary data that should not persist between sessions.

Pixels and Web Beacons

Tracking pixels are tiny, transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether content has been accessed. We may use these for analytics purposes.

In accordance with UK law, we will ask for your consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device. When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies: This will enable all cookies, including analytics and functionality cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies: This will only enable strictly necessary cookies
• Manage preferences: This allows you to choose which categories of cookies to accept

Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent as they are essential for the website to function. These cookies cannot be disabled.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer or by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Here's how to manage cookies in common browsers:

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Safari iOS (iPhone/iPad)

Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security → Block Cookies

For more detailed guidance, visit aboutcookies.org or your browser's help documentation.

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We have no control over these cookies, and they are subject to the respective third party's privacy policy.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about website traffic and user behaviour. This data is aggregated and anonymised. Google's privacy policy can be found at policies.google.com/privacy.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Embedded Content

Our website may include embedded content (such as videos from YouTube or Vimeo, or maps from Google Maps). When you view pages containing embedded content, these third-party providers may set their own cookies. We recommend checking the privacy policies of these services for more information.

Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. There is currently no accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.

Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can manage your cookie preferences using the methods described above, and we will respect your choices regarding analytics and non-essential cookies.

Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete such information.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

If we make significant changes to how we use cookies, we will notify you by displaying a notice on our website or through the cookie consent mechanism.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

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

For more information about cookies and your rights, you can also visit the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) website at ico.org.uk.