Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Spanish Manchester ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at spanishmanchester.co.uk (the "Website"). This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
- Third-party cookies: Set by other websites or services embedded in the website
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like cookie consent tracking and secure access to forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
sm_cookie_ok |
Remembers your cookie consent preference | Persistent (no expiry) |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga |
Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Maintains session state | 2 years |
Data collected: Pages visited, time spent on pages, browser type, referring website, device type, and general location (city/country level).
Third-party provider: Google LLC. See Google's Privacy Policy.
3.3 Marketing and Tracking Cookies
We may use cookies to track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns and understand how you found our website.
| Parameter | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
utm_* |
Tracks marketing campaign sources | Session only |
gclid |
Google Ads click tracking | Session only |
fbclid |
Facebook click tracking | Session only |
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may set their own cookies:
4.1 Google Analytics (GA4)
We use Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of the Website anonymously.
Purpose: Improve website performance and user experience
Data collected: Anonymised usage statistics
Learn more: How Google uses cookies
4.2 Tally Forms
We use Tally to provide contact and booking forms. Tally may set cookies when you interact with forms on our Website.
Purpose: Enable form functionality and prevent spam
Learn more: Tally Privacy Policy
4.3 Cloudflare
We use Cloudflare for website security, performance optimisation, and DDoS protection.
Purpose: Security and performance
Learn more: Cloudflare Cookie Policy
5. Service Worker and PWA Features
Our website uses a service worker to enable Progressive Web App (PWA) features, such as offline functionality and faster loading times. The service worker caches certain website resources locally on your device.
Purpose: Improve performance and enable offline access
Data stored: Website files and resources (HTML, CSS, images)
6. Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. By clicking "OK", you consent to our use of cookies. Your preference is stored in the sm_cookie_ok cookie.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
- Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
6.4 Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Business Name: Spanish Manchester
- Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
- Contact: Via our contact form