Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how DigiBete (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on digibete.org (“our website”). It also explains your rights and choices under the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.
We also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags, and local storage. For simplicity, we refer to all of these as “cookies”.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Make our website function properly
- Understand how visitors use the site
- Improve functionality and performance
- Remember your preferences
- Deliver relevant content
We do not use cookies to serve personalised advertising.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function, such as ensuring security and enabling basic accessibility features. They cannot be switched off in our systems and do not require consent under UK law.
Analytics & Performance Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve the user experience. These are set only with your consent.
Functional Cookies
These enable enhanced features and personalisation. These are optional and rely on your consent.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party providers who support website functionality and analytics. These providers are listed within the Osano consent manager interface.
4. Managing Cookie Consent (Osano)
We use the Osano Consent Manager to provide a transparent consent banner and preference centre that allows you to:
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies
- Change or withdraw consent at any time
- View details about each cookie category and provider
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by selecting “Cookie Settings” located in the website footer or using the Osano icon displayed on the site.
Your preferences will be stored and respected according to UK GDPR and PECR requirements.
5. Legal Basis for Processing Cookies
For strictly necessary cookies, our lawful basis is legitimate interests in ensuring the proper functioning and security of our website.
For all non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics and functional cookies), our lawful basis is your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
6. Cookies We Set
A full list of the cookies used on our website, including purpose, provider, duration, and category, is available within the Osano Cookie Preference Centre. As cookies may change periodically, the Osano interface always reflects the most accurate and up-to-date list.
7. Retention Period
Cookies are stored for varying lengths of time depending on their type and purpose:
- Session cookies expire when you leave the website or close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for the period specified in the Osano Cookie Preference Centre unless you delete them manually.
8. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request information about the personal data collected through cookies
- Request deletion or restriction of processing where applicable
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Instructions for withdrawing consent or adjusting settings are provided through Osano.
9. How You Can Control Cookies
You can:
- Use our Osano Cookie Settings panel
- Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Use private browsing modes
Please note that blocking some cookies may affect the functionality and performance of our website.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the most recent changes were applied.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: hello@digibete.org