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Cookies Policy

Last updated: 15 January 2026

This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how Blue Brook Ltd uses them on our website, and your choices regarding their use. We use cookies to provide you with a better browsing experience and to help us understand how our website is used.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Session cookies are deleted when you close your web browser.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

  • To ensure our website functions correctly
  • To remember your preferences and settings
  • To understand how visitors use our website
  • To improve your browsing experience
  • To measure the effectiveness of our content

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year
session_id Maintains your session while browsing Session

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the site's structure and content.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics - maintains session state 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours

Marketing Cookies

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

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks visits across websites 3 months

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to accept all cookies or manage your preferences.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page or by adjusting your browser settings.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete individual or all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies from specific sites
  • Block all cookies entirely
  • Clear all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites you visit.

Browser-Specific Instructions

For instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies

Third-Party Cookies

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 understand how visitors use our site. Google's Privacy Policy
  • Meta (Facebook): We may use Facebook Pixel for advertising purposes. Meta's Privacy Policy

Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can manage your cookie preferences using the methods described above.

Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data. Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and in compliance with UK GDPR.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Blue Brook Ltd
47 Whitmore Street
Bristol, BS1 3QH
Email: [email protected]

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