Cookies Policy V1.0

Effective Date: 01.05.2025

At The Stray Way CIC, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, provide functionality, and analyse site traffic. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (such as your computer or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to remember your actions or preferences over time, making it easier for you to navigate and use the website.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the functioning of the website and cannot be switched off. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, filling out forms, or setting privacy preferences. Without these cookies, certain parts of the site may not function properly.

Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to measure and analyze website traffic and performance. They help us understand how visitors interact with the site, which pages are visited most often, and whether there are any issues with the site (e.g., error messages). These cookies are used to improve the functionality and performance of our website.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we’ve added to our pages. These cookies may remember your preferences, such as language settings or region, to make your experience smoother.

Targeting or Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver personalized advertisements to users based on their behavior on our website and other websites. They help us manage advertising campaigns and may be set by third-party advertising providers.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party cookies on our website. These cookies are placed by external services such as:

  • Google Analytics – For tracking website traffic and usage patterns.

  • Mailchimp – For newsletter and email subscription management.

  • Social Media Platforms – If you interact with our social media buttons, cookies from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram may be set.

These third-party cookies are managed by the respective companies, and their use is subject to their privacy policies.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Improve the functionality of our website.

  • Provide a personalized browsing experience.

  • Analyze website performance and traffic.

  • Display relevant advertising and promotions to our users.

5. Managing Cookies

You have the option to control how cookies are used on your device. You can manage cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting them. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of our website.

How to Control Cookies:

  • Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can choose to block all cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or clear cookies after your browsing session.

  • Opt-out of Tracking: You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

  • Social Media Cookies: You can control social media cookies through your social media account settings or by disabling them within your browser.

For more detailed information on how to manage cookies in popular browsers, refer to the browser’s help section:

6. Consent to Cookies

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not want to accept cookies, you should adjust your browser settings to block cookies, or refrain from using our website.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at:

The Stray Way CIC
Email: Callum@thestrayway.co.uk