Cookies Policy
Last updated: January 2024
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
harbor-seal uses cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on our website. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| form_data | Temporarily stores form input for convenience | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _analytics | Tracks page views and user behaviour | 2 years |
| _session_count | Counts the number of visits | 30 days |
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and some functionality may no longer be available.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies through their settings. The location of these settings varies depending on your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your preference will be stored and applied to future visits.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be placed by third parties. We do not control these cookies and recommend you check the relevant third party's website for more information about their cookies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
harbor-seal
Suite 412, Landmark Building
15 Portland Street
Manchester, M1 3LF
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]