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Cookie Policy

Last updated: July 29, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.

2. How We Use Cookies

Gentle Root Immigration uses cookies to:

  • Remember your cookie preferences
  • Ensure the website functions properly
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve user experience and website performance
  • Provide relevant content and services

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled without affecting the basic functionality of our website.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year
session_id Maintains your session while browsing Session
csrf_token Security protection for forms Session

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics - session information 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
user_preferences Remembers your website preferences 6 months
language_pref Stores language preference 1 year

3.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content.

Service Purpose More Information
Google Ads Advertising and remarketing Google Privacy Policy
Facebook Pixel Social media advertising Facebook Privacy Policy

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. These include:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve the website.

For more information: Google Privacy Policy

4.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media features and widgets. These features may set cookies to enable proper functionality. The social media companies' privacy policies govern these cookies.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be temporary (session cookies) or persistent:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Our Cookie Management Tool

You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie banner and settings tool. Click the button below to review and update your preferences:

6.2 Browser Settings

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

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete individual or all cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Internet Explorer
  • Microsoft Edge

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality:

  • Necessary cookies: Website may not function properly
  • Performance cookies: We cannot analyze site usage or improve performance
  • Functional cookies: Loss of enhanced features and personalization
  • Marketing cookies: Less relevant content and advertisements

8. Mobile Devices and Apps

If you access our website through a mobile device or app, you can usually manage cookies through your device settings or the app settings menu.

9. Web Beacons and Pixels

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as pixels or clear GIFs) to collect information about your browsing behavior. These are small, invisible images that help us understand how you interact with our website and emails.

10. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, there is no standard for how websites should respond to these signals. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can use our cookie management tools to control tracking.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16 through cookies or other tracking technologies.

12. International Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers (such as Google Analytics) may transfer data internationally. These transfers are governed by appropriate safeguards and legal frameworks.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "last updated" date.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Gentle Root Immigration

Unit 6 Grampian Way, Baljaffray Rd
Bearsden, Glasgow G61 4RN
United Kingdom

Phone: +44 7766 398190

Email: [email protected]

15. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

  • ICO Guidance on Cookies
  • All About Cookies
  • Your Online Choices

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