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Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1 January 2025. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
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 work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to site owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies on edwartens.co.uk to ensure the website functions correctly, to understand how visitors use our site, to remember your preferences, and to deliver relevant marketing content. Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, secure areas, and session management. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | Maintains your login session when you are signed in to the student or admin portal. | Session / 30 days | First-party |
| next-auth.csrf-token | Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks on login forms. | Session | First-party |
| next-auth.callback-url | Stores the redirect URL after successful authentication. | Session | First-party |
| cookie-consent | Records your cookie preference choice so we do not ask you repeatedly. | 1 year | First-party |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the website experience for all users.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics: Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number. | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics: Maintains session state and tracks page views. | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel: Tracks visits across websites to deliver relevant advertising on Facebook. | 3 months | Third-party (Meta) |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads: Stores conversion data for ad clicks to measure advertising effectiveness. | 3 months | Third-party (Google) |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings. If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function as expected.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| preferred-region | Remembers your selected region (UK, India, UAE, US) for a consistent browsing experience. | 1 year | First-party |
4. How to Manage Cookies
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block or alert you about cookies, or delete cookies that have already been set. Please note that if you disable cookies, some parts of the website may not function correctly.
To manage cookies in your browser, refer to your browser's help documentation:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party providers include Google (Analytics and Ads) and Meta (Facebook Pixel). These providers have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
EDWartens UK (Wartens Ltd)
Company registered in England and Wales
CRN: 15262249 | VAT: 473020522 | D-U-N-S®: 231167762
Registered Office: 8, Lyon Road, Milton Keynes, MK1 1EX
Email: info@wartens.com
Phone: +44 333 33 98 394