DARREN CARTLEDGE PHOTOGRAPHY

Cookie Policy

COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: 3rd July 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Darren Cartledge Photography uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal data.

By using this website, you agree to cookies being used in accordance with this policy, unless you change your cookie preferences or browser settings.

2. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are commonly used to make websites work properly, improve performance, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
  • Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted)
  • First-party cookies (set by this website)
  • Third-party cookies (set by external services)

3. How we use cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They are typically used for:

  • Website security and stability
  • Enabling core functionality (such as forms and page navigation)
  • Protecting against spam or misuse

These cookies do not store marketing or tracking data.

Analytics cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.

This helps us improve the website and user experience. Information collected may include:

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • How users navigate the website
  • Device, browser, and technical information
  • Approximate location (based on IP address, typically anonymised)

These cookies are only set if you give consent.

Google may process this data outside the United Kingdom. For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy.

Marketing cookies

We use the Meta Pixel (Facebook and Instagram) to measure the effectiveness of advertising and to help deliver relevant ads.

This may include:

  • Tracking website visits and interactions
  • Measuring conversions from ads
  • Creating anonymised audience groups for advertising
  • Showing relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram

These cookies are only set with your consent. Meta may combine this data with other information it holds about you.

Functionality cookies

These cookies are used to remember preferences and improve your experience on the website, such as form inputs or site settings where applicable.

4. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services used on this website. These may include:

  • Google LLC (Google Analytics)
  • Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd (Meta Pixel)
  • Netweaver UK (website hosting and infrastructure)
  • WordPress plugins and tools used to operate the website

These third parties may set cookies when you interact with their services or when tracking and analytics tools are enabled.

We do not control these cookies directly. You should refer to the relevant third-party privacy policies for more information.

5. Consent to cookies

When you first visit this website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Manage cookie preferences

Non-essential cookies (such as analytics and marketing cookies) are only used if you give your consent.

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time through your cookie settings or browser controls.

6. Managing cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete cookies
  • Block cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

If you disable certain cookies, some parts of the website may not function properly.

More information about cookies can be found at the UK Information Commissioner’s Office: https://ico.org.uk

7. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or how we use cookies.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.