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Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 17, 2024

1. 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, improve efficiency, and provide reporting information to website owners.

2. Why We Use Cookies

The Castle Project uses cookies to:

  • Essential Functions: Enable core website functionality like form submissions and security features
  • Analytics: Understand how visitors interact with our website to improve user experience
  • Preferences: Remember user preferences and settings
  • Security: Protect against spam and malicious activities

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session during form submission Session
csrf_token Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks Session
cookie_consent Remembers your cookie consent preferences 1 year

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

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

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
user_preferences Stores user interface preferences 30 days
form_progress Saves application form progress 7 days

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website. For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage

4.2 YouTube (if applicable)

If we embed YouTube videos, YouTube may set cookies on your device. For more information, visit: Google Privacy Policy

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

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

  • Delete all cookies from your browser
  • Block all cookies from being set
  • Allow cookies only from specific websites
  • Be notified when a cookie is being set

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

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

5.3 Opt-Out Links

  • Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • General Opt-out: Digital Advertising Alliance

6. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, we'll ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Accept only essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

7. Mobile Apps

If we develop mobile applications in the future, they may use similar technologies to cookies. We will update this policy accordingly and provide you with appropriate controls.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by:

  • Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Posting a notice on our website
  • Requesting renewed consent where required by law

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

RISEHIGH ESTATES LTD
Company Number: 14291665
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry

10. More Information

For more information about cookies in general, you can visit:

  • All About Cookies
  • ICO Cookies Guidance