Cookie Policy
Cookies are small files saved on your phone, tablet or computer when you visit a website. This page explains what cookies we use on orkneyenergytrail.co.uk, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to store information about how you use this website, such as the pages you visit and how long you spend on them. This helps us understand what works well and where we can improve the experience for visitors.
We use two types of cookie. The table below explains each type and what it does.
Types of Cookie We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be switched off.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| nf_jwt | Used by Netlify to authenticate CMS users | Session |
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics tools to measure how you use the website, enabling us to enhance it based on user needs. These cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including the number of visitors to the site and the pages they visited. No personally identifiable information is collected.
You can choose whether to allow these cookies. If you decline, we will not be able to collect anonymous usage data to improve the site.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics stores and counts page views | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics distinguishes users within a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these in the "Settings", "Preferences" or "Privacy" section of your browser. You can:
- see what cookies have been set and delete them individually
- block third-party cookies
- block cookies from specific sites
- block all cookies from being set
- delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please be aware that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of this and many other websites you visit.
For more information on how to manage cookies, visit aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. If you have any questions, please contact us.