Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy was last updated on 30 July 2024 and applies to all users of the website. 

Introduction 

Our website, https://gcs.ac.uk (hereinafter: “the website”) uses cookies and other related technologies. Below we inform you about the use of cookies and other related technologies on our website. For convenience both cookies and technologies will be referred to as “cookies” from hereafter.  

What are cookies? 

Cookies are small text files that are placed by your browser on your device which store certain information for later retrieval by the website. Cookies cannot carry viruses and are not malware. The website uses both first-party and third-party cookies. 

Your web browser (e.g. Firefox, Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari) should have options to show you all the cookies stored and will allow you to delete some/all of them as you wish. 

Cookies contain information that is used to distinguish you from other website users. The information does not usually directly identify you, but it can give you a more personalised web experience and provide us with information on how the website is being used. 

We respect your right to privacy, so you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. The browser will remember your cookie preferences, however if you visit this site using a different device and/or browser in the future, you will need to provide us with your cookie preferences again. 

Types of Cookies 

Necessary Cookies 

Sometimes referred to as ‘technical’ or ‘functional’ cookies, these cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They help make the website usable by enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and we may place these cookies without your consent. 

Performance and Marketing  

Performance cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of the websites. They help us to understand how pages are performing, flag errors and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. 

Marketing cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. 

Further Information 

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