COOKIE POLICY
This Cookie Policy explains how Playful Pathways ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on www.playfulpathways.co.uk and any associated learning platform used to deliver our online courses and training programmes.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, improve security, and provide information about how visitors use the site.
Cookies may be:
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Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser; or
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Persistent cookies – stored on your device for a set period of time.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
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ensure the website functions correctly;
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remember your preferences (such as cookie choices);
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keep our website secure;
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understand how visitors use our website;
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improve the performance and user experience of the website;
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support access to our online courses and learning platform;
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measure the effectiveness of our marketing and communications.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and learning platform. They enable core functions such as page navigation, secure login, and access to protected course content.
Because these cookies are necessary for the website to function, they do not require your consent.
Examples may include:
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authentication and login cookies;
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security cookies;
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shopping cart or checkout cookies;
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load-balancing cookies.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting information such as:
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pages visited;
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time spent on pages;
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traffic sources;
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device and browser information;
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general geographic location (not your exact address).
We may use services such as Google Analytics or similar analytics tools.
Analytics cookies are only placed with your consent.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make, such as:
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language preferences;
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login details (where you choose to be remembered);
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accessibility settings;
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course or platform preferences.
These cookies improve your experience but are not strictly necessary.
Marketing Cookies
If enabled, these cookies may be used to:
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measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns;
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track visits from email newsletters or social media;
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help us understand which resources or courses are of most interest to visitors.
We will only use marketing cookies if you give your consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our website or are used to deliver our services, including:
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Wix (website hosting) [amend if you use another host]
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Google Analytics
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Stripe or PayPal (payment processing)
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YouTube or Vimeo (embedded videos)
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Acquity: Scheduling (bookings)
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email marketing providers such as Mailchimp, MailerLite, or similar services.
These third parties may collect information directly from your browser and process it in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to:
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accept all cookies;
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reject non-essential cookies; or
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customise your cookie preferences.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link on our website (if available).
6. Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually:
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view which cookies are stored;
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delete existing cookies;
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block specific cookies;
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block all cookies.
Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the website and your ability to access course content.
For information on managing cookies, visit:
7. How Long Cookies Are Stored
The length of time a cookie remains on your device depends on whether it is a session or persistent cookie. Cookies stay on your device for different lengths of time. Typical retention periods are:
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Session cookies last until you close your browser.
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Preference cookies can last for up to 12 months.
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Analytics cookies can last for up to 26 months.
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Marketing cookies can last for up to 12 month
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, learning platform, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised Last updated date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Aideen McCartney
Playful Pathways
Email: aideen@playfulpathways.co.uk
Website: www.playfulpathways.co.uk
Last Updated: 23.07.2026