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BARC North Western Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 01-01-2026
This Cookie Policy explains how BARC North Western (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It also explains your choices regarding the use of cookies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve functionality, and analyse usage. Cookies themselves do not identify you personally but may collect information linked to your visit.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
a) Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function correctly and cannot be switched off. Examples:
- Remembering your login/session for secure areas
- Enabling page navigation and event registration functionality
b) Analytics/Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website and improve its performance. Examples include:
- Google Analytics tracking of page views, device type, and session duration
- Heatmaps or user interaction tracking
c) Marketing/Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertising and measure campaign performance. Examples:
- Facebook Pixel or other social media trackers
- Retargeting cookies from advertising partners
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that support our website or events. These include:
- Google Analytics (website traffic analysis)
- Social media plugins (sharing or following links)
- Event registration platforms
We do not control the storage or use of third-party cookies, so please check their individual privacy policies for more information.
Your Cookie Choices
You can manage cookies in your browser settings. You can:
- Accept or reject all cookies
- Delete cookies stored on your device
- Block cookies from specific sites
Important: Disabling essential cookies may limit some website features, such as event registration or secure logins.
Consent
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. On your first visit, you may see a cookie banner asking you to accept cookies. You can change your preferences at any time via your browser settings.
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. You can manage your preferences via our [Cookie Consent Manager], which lists all cookies in use, their purposes, and durations.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
More Information
For more information about cookies and your rights, visit the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) website: https://ico.org.uk/
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@barc.net