This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. It explains what cookies are, which cookies we use, and how you can manage your preferences.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
How we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure the website functions correctly
- To protect the website from malicious traffic and abuse
- To understand how visitors use our website (analytics)
- To display embedded content such as videos and maps
- To process secure payments
Types of cookies we use
Essential cookies
Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled because the site would not work correctly without them.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | First party | Maintains your session while browsing the site | Session |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare | Protects the website from malicious traffic | Short-lived |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare | Confirms you passed a security check | Up to 1 year |
| _cfuvid | Cloudflare | Distinguishes trusted users | Session |
Analytics cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Analytics cookies are only set if you give your consent.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | Up to 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Stores session and campaign data | Up to 2 years |
Embedded content cookies
Some pages include embedded content from third-party services, such as YouTube videos and Google Maps. These services may set cookies when the embedded content is loaded.
Embedded content is disabled by default and only loads once you give your consent. Where possible, privacy-enhanced modes are used (for example, youtube-nocookie.com).
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __Secure-YEC | Google / YouTube | Prevents abuse and protects embedded video services | Up to 13 months |
| NID, SID, SAPISID, APISID | Required for embedded Google services such as Maps and Videos | Varies |
Payment cookies
When you make a payment on our website, cookies are used to process transactions securely and prevent fraud.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention and payment security | Up to 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Session handling during checkout | Approx 30 minutes |
Managing your cookie preferences
You can manage or change your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings panel on our website.
Most web browsers also allow you to control cookies through their settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or how we operate our website. Any updates will be posted on this page.
Last updated: December 2025