Cookies Policy

Last updated: January 2024

This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how Winding Haven uses them, and your choices regarding their use.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored 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 the owners of the site.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

• cookieConsent - Stores your cookie preferences (Duration: 1 year)
• sessionStorage - Stores temporary session data for form submissions (Duration: Session)

Analytics Cookies

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

• _ga - Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users (Duration: 2 years)
• _gid - Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users (Duration: 24 hours)
• _gat - Google Analytics cookie used to throttle request rate (Duration: 1 minute)

Functional Cookies

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

• selectedService - Remembers service selection during booking process (Duration: Session)
• userName - Stores user name for personalised confirmation (Duration: Session)

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the dissemination of these cookies. You can check the third-party websites for more information about these cookies.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in various ways:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies through their settings. The location of these settings depends on which browser you use:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > 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 remembered for future visits.

What Happens If You Disable Cookies?

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential website functionality will remain available, but you may experience reduced functionality in areas such as:

• Remembering your preferences
• Form completion assistance
• Personalised content

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. 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 [email protected].