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EXPLOREBUDDY

COOKIES POLICY

Last updated: 26 September 2025

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This Cookie Policy explains how ExploreBuddy (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies onwww.explorebuddy.co.uk (the “Website”). It forms part of and should be read alongside our Privacy Policy. By continuing to browse or use our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described here in accordance with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit a website. They enable the Website to remember your actions and preferences (e.g., login details, language) over time, so you don’t have to re-enter them each time you return.

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2. Legal Basis

  • Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent but must be disclosed.

  • For all other cookie categories, we obtain your clear, informed consent via our cookie banner before placement.

  • You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time (see Section 8).

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3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable core Website functionality and secure log-in sessions.

  • Analyse site usage and performance to improve user experience.

  • Remember your preferences and customisations.

  • Deliver targeted advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.

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4. Categories of Cookies

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies Essential for core functionality (e.g., session management, security).

  2. Performance & Analytics Cookies Collect anonymised data on how visitors use the Website (e.g., pages visited, errors encountered).

  3. Functionality Cookies Remember choices you make (e.g., language, font size) to personalise your experience.

  4. Targeting & Advertising Cookies Track your browsing across websites to deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance.

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5. Cookies We Use

NamePurposeProviderCategoryDuration

cookie_consentStores your cookie consent statusexplorebuddy.co.ukStrictly Necessary365 days

session_idMaintains your session and prevents timeoutexplorebuddy.co.ukStrictly NecessarySession

_gaDistinguishes users for Google Analyticsgoogle-analytics.comPerformance & Analytics730 days

_gidDistinguishes users for Google Analyticsgoogle-analytics.comPerformance & Analytics24 hours

_fbpUsed by Facebook to deliver adsfacebook.comTargeting & Advertising90 days

IDERegisters and tracks conversions for DoubleClickgoogle.comTargeting & Advertising390 days

hc_*Stores Hotjar user preferenceshotjar.comFunctionality365 days

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6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services that run parts of our Website (analytics, marketing). We do not control their cookies directly—please visit their respective privacy or cookie policies for more details:

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7. Consent Management and Withdrawal

  • On your first visit, our cookie banner will ask for your consent to non-essential cookies.

  • You may accept all, reject all, or customise your preferences by category.

  • To withdraw or change consent later, click the “Cookie Settings” link at the bottom of any page or revisit our cookie banner.

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8. Managing Cookies via Your Browser

You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Each browser provides different controls—see the links below for guidance:

  • Chrome:support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647

  • Firefox:support.mozilla.org/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences

  • Edge:support.microsoft.com/help/4027947/microsoft-edge-delete-cookies

  • Safari:support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac

Please note that disabling or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Website.

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9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in law, technology or our services. The “Last updated” date will change accordingly. Significant amendments will be notified via our Website or direct communication.

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10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or complaints about our use of cookies, please contact:

ExploreBuddy

Email: admin@explorebuddy.co.uk

Website: www.explorebuddy.co.uk

Thank you for reviewing our Cookie Policy. Your privacy and user experience are our top priorities.

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