Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how The Thalidomide Society uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described below.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, improve your experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
- Essential – required for the website to work
- Functional – improve your experience
- Analytics – help us understand how visitors use the site
- Marketing – used to show relevant content or measure campaigns
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website works correctly
- Remember your preferences (e.g., cookie choices)
- Understand how visitors use our site
- Improve our content and services
We do not use cookies to collect personally identifiable information without your consent.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be switched off.
Examples include:
- Remembering your cookie preferences
- Enabling secure areas of the site
Analytics Cookies
We do not use tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.
Functional Cookies
These help personalise your experience, such as remembering form inputs or settings.
Marketing Cookies
We generally do not use marketing cookies.
If we introduce them in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent.
Third‑Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third‑party services we use, such as:
- Embedded videos (e.g., YouTube)
- Donation platforms
- Social media sharing tools
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.
How Long Cookies Stay on Your Device
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies – remain until they expire or you delete them
We keep cookies only for as long as necessary.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: info@thalidomidesociety.org
Phone: 0780 260 4205