This Cookies Policy explains how Stacey Lannigan (“we”, “us”, “our”, or “the Author”) uses cookies and similar technologies on this website: https://www.authorstaceylannigan.co.uk (the “Website”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

 

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be “session cookies” (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (stored for a defined period).

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2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Ensure the Website functions correctly

• Improve performance and usability

• Understand how visitors interact with the Website

• Monitor traffic and usage patterns

We do not use cookies to collect personally identifiable information without your consent.

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3. Types of Cookies We Use

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a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as navigating pages or accessing secure areas.

Legal basis: Legitimate interests (essential functionality)

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b) Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website, such as which pages are visited most often and how users move around the site. The information collected is aggregated and anonymised where possible.

Examples include:

• Page views

• Time spent on pages

• Traffic sources

Legal basis: Consent

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c) Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as preferences) to provide enhanced functionality and a more personalised experience.

Legal basis: Consent

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4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use trusted third-party services to provide analytics or Website functionality. These third parties may place cookies on your device in accordance with their own privacy and cookies policies.

Examples may include:

• Website analytics providers

• Embedded content (such as videos or social media links)

We do not control third-party cookies. You are encouraged to review the relevant third-party policies for further information.

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5. Cookie Consent

When you first visit the Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner or notice requesting your consent for non-essential cookies.

You may:

• Accept all cookies

• Reject non-essential cookies

• Manage your cookie preferences

You may change or withdraw your consent at any time via your browser settings or any available cookie management tool on the Website.

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6. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies

• Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being placed

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Website.

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7. Data Protection and Privacy

Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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8. Updates to This Cookies Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookies Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page and take effect immediately upon publication.

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9. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or how cookies are used on this Website, please contact the author.