Last updated: 1 March 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your preferences and understand how you use it. Some cookies are essential for the website to work; others are optional and require your consent.

How to Manage Cookies

When you first visit this website, a cookie notice will allow you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this website.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off.

Cookie Set by Purpose Duration
wordpress_*, wp-settings-* WordPress Site functionality and admin session management Session / 1 year
PHPSESSID SiteGround / PHP Maintains your session on the server Session

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. Data is aggregated and anonymous. These are only set with your consent.

Cookie Set by Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics Distinguishes unique users (anonymised) 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics Stores session state 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Distinguishes users (anonymised) 24 hours

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