Sherwood Observatory
Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 29th October 2024
At Sherwood Observatory, we value your privacy and are committed to being transparent about the cookies we use on our website, sherwood-observatory.org.uk. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. By using our site, you agree to the use of cookies as described below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites you visit. They help us provide a better browsing experience, remember your preferences, and understand how you interact with our site. Cookies do not collect personal information directly but may be used to identify your device.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Our website uses both essential and non-essential cookies. Essential cookies are necessary for the operation of the website, while non-essential cookies enhance your browsing experience.
3.Cookies in Use on sherwood-observatory.org.uk
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary to enable core site functions and cannot be disabled in our systems. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
- Ticket Tailor
We use Ticket Tailor cookies to enable online ticket sales and ensure a smooth booking experience. These cookies help us manage reservations, confirm orders, and process payments securely.
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources, enabling us to measure and improve the website’s performance.
- Google Analytics
Google Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They provide anonymous data about pages viewed, time spent on the site, and how visitors arrived. This data helps us optimize content and improve user experience.
Opt-Out Option: You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting Google Analytics Opt-Out.
c. Functional Cookies
These cookies are used to enhance the functionality of our website by embedding certain third-party services.
- Google Fonts
We use Google Fonts to improve the design and readability of our site. While Google Fonts cookies do not collect personal data, they may collect and store certain usage and interaction data to ensure that fonts load correctly and improve performance.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, disabling essential cookies may impact site functionality. To modify your cookie settings, refer to your browser’s settings:
- Chrome: Manage Cookies in Chrome
- Firefox: Manage Cookies in Firefox
- Safari: Manage Cookies in Safari
- Edge: Manage Cookies in Edge
5. Changes to Our Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please check this page regularly for updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at [email protected]