Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 6th April 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Lauren Cardozo-Smith (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website or use our services.

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy unless you disable them via your browser settings or through our cookie consent tool.

1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences and login status.

2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Example: Remembering your cookie consent preferences.

Performance Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website. They help us understand which pages are popular and how users navigate the site.
Example: Google Analytics.

Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember your choices and preferences (such as language or region) to provide a more personalised experience.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by us or third-party providers to deliver relevant ads or content to you based on your browsing behavior.

3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services we use to enhance functionality or analytics. These providers may collect your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Examples include: Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, Live chat tools, Embedded videos or widgets (e.g., YouTube, Calendly)

4. Cookie Consent and Control
When you visit our website for the first time, you will be presented with a cookie banner requesting your consent to use non-essential cookies.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” on our website or adjusting your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies.

Please note: Disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

5. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Session Cookies: These are temporary and expire when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.

6. Your Rights
You have the right to:

Be informed about the cookies we use
Withdraw your consent at any time
Object to the processing of your data via cookies (where applicable)

For more information about your rights under data protection law, please see our Privacy Policy.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. Please check this page regularly for updates.

8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, you can contact us at admin@laurencardozosmith.co.uk