Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Safar Counselling (“I”, “me”, “my”) uses cookies and similar technologies on safarcounselling.co.uk. It should be read alongside my Privacy Policy.

I comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). This means I only set non-essential cookies on your device after you have given your consent.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device when you visit. They help the website work properly, remember your preferences, and collect information about how the site is used.

I also use similar technologies such as tracking pixels and tags. For ease, I refer to all of them as “cookies” in this policy.

2. Types of cookies I use

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website and booking system to work. They allow you to navigate the site, use the booking widget, and submit contact forms. They do not require your consent.

Analytics cookies

I use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use my website so I can improve it. These cookies collect information such as which pages you visit and how long you spend on them. The data is aggregated and does not identify you personally.

Tag management cookies

I use Google Tag Manager to manage the scripts and tracking tags on my website. Google Tag Manager itself does not collect personal data, but it loads other tools (such as Google Analytics) that do.

Website platform cookies

My website is built on a platform provided by Begin Group Ltd. The platform uses tracking features to measure visitor actions such as form submissions and button clicks, so I can understand how the website is performing.

3. How I ask for your consent

The first time you visit my website, a cookie banner will appear asking you to choose which cookies you allow. You can:

• Accept all cookies.

• Reject all non-essential cookies.

• Choose which categories of cookies to accept.

Non-essential cookies will not be set until you have given consent. You can change your preferences at any time using the “Cookie preferences” link in the footer.

4. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties who provide services to my website, including:

• Google Analytics.

• Google Tag Manager.

• My website platform provider, Begin Group Ltd.

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which I recommend you review.

5. Managing cookies in your browser

Most browsers let you manage cookies through their settings. You can usually block cookies, delete cookies, or set the browser to alert you when a cookie is being set. Blocking cookies may stop some parts of the website from working properly.

Guides for common browsers:

• Chrome: support.google.com/chrome

• Safari: support.apple.com/en-gb/safari

• Firefox: support.mozilla.org

• Edge: support.microsoft.com

6. Do Not Track signals

Some browsers can send a “Do Not Track” signal. There is no agreed standard for how websites should respond, and I do not currently respond to these signals. You can still manage your preferences through the cookie banner.

7. Changes to this Cookie Policy

I may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version is always available on my website. The effective date at the top shows when it was last updated.

8. Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

• Safar Counselling — Rowena

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: 07879 648096