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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 2024

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how quiet-roam.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

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 function efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enhance user experience.

Cookies typically contain:

  • The name of the website that created the cookie
  • A unique identifier
  • An expiration date
  • Information relevant to the cookie's purpose

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services cannot be provided.

Examples:

  • Cookie consent preferences (remembering whether you accepted or rejected cookies)
  • Session identifiers for form submissions
  • Security tokens to prevent unauthorized access

Duration: Session-based or up to one year
Can be disabled: These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for website operation

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences or choices you have made on the website.

Examples:

  • Language preferences
  • Selected services in forms
  • Display preferences

Duration: Up to one year
Can be disabled: Yes, but this may affect website functionality

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

Examples:

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Navigation paths through the website
  • Links clicked
  • Browser and device information
  • Approximate geographic location

Duration: Up to two years
Can be disabled: Yes, through cookie preferences or browser settings

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Website Operations

To ensure the website functions correctly, maintain security, and prevent fraudulent activity.

User Experience Enhancement

To remember your preferences and choices, reducing the need to re-enter information and providing a more personalized experience.

Website Analytics

To analyze how visitors use our website, identify popular content, understand user behavior patterns, and make data-driven improvements to our services.

Form Functionality

To store information entered in forms, track which services you selected, and properly redirect you after form submission.

Third-Party Cookies

We minimize the use of third-party cookies. When used, third-party cookies serve specific purposes:

Analytics Services

We may use third-party analytics services to help us understand website traffic and usage patterns. These services may set their own cookies. Data collected is anonymized and aggregated.

Embedded Content

If we embed content from other platforms, those platforms may set cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies.

Managing Cookie Preferences

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and the banner will not appear again unless you clear your browser data.

Browser Settings

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

  • View which cookies are stored
  • Delete some or all cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies
  • Set preferences for cookie acceptance

Please note that blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website.

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" signal. While we respect user privacy preferences, there is currently no industry standard for responding to Do Not Track signals. We continue to monitor developments in this area.

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, our website uses browser local storage to save certain preferences and form data. This includes:

  • Cookie consent preferences
  • Selected services from form interactions
  • Temporary form data to prevent loss during navigation

Local storage data remains on your device until explicitly cleared and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or by clearing browsing data.

Cookie Lifespan

Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:

Session Cookies

These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for essential functions like maintaining your session during website navigation.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted. Lifespans range from a few days to two years depending on the cookie's purpose.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, certain aspects of our website may not function properly:

  • Form submissions may not work correctly
  • Your preferences will not be remembered
  • Security features may be compromised
  • You may need to re-enter information on each visit

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website operation.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our cookie practices. The date of the most recent update is shown at the top of this document.

We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Continued use of our website following updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

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

Email: privacy @ quiet-roam.com
Address: 42 Queen Square, Bristol BS1 4QP, United Kingdom

Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may consult:

  • Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): ico.org.uk
  • All About Cookies: allaboutcookies.org
  • Your Online Choices: youronlinechoices.eu

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