Cookie Policy

1. About This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Unfold (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It explains:

• What cookies are

• Which cookies we use

• How they are used

• How you can control or disable them

We keep this policy as simple and clear as possible.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, phone or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites:

• Work properly

• Remember your preferences

• Understand how visitors use the site

• Improve your experience

Some cookies are essential. Others are optional and used for analytics or performance.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use cookies in the following categories:

A. Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies allow the website to function. They are necessary for:

• Page navigation

• Security features

• Form submissions

• Loading core content

You cannot disable these through our cookie banner, but you can block them through your browser (this may break parts of the site).

B. Analytics & Performance Cookies (Optional)

These help us understand how visitors use the website. We may use tools such as:

• Google Analytics

• Performance tracking tools

• Session or behaviour analysis

Analytics cookies help us:

• Improve content

• Understand what pages are popular

• Make the site easier to use

These cookies are only used if you accept them through the cookie banner.

C. Functionality Cookies (Optional)

These remember:

• Your preferences

• Form details

• Browser settings

• Display options

They make the site feel more personalised. Used only if accepted.

D. Third-Party Cookies

These may be set by external services used on the website, such as:

• Embedded Google Maps

• Embedded forms (such as GHL)

• Social media plugins

• Video platforms

Third-party cookies operate under their own privacy and cookie policies.

4. Cookies We May Use

Depending on the tools active on the site, we may use:

• _ga, _gid (Google Analytics) – page activity

• _gat – limits analytics requests

• Consent cookies – record cookie banner choices

• Session cookies – track temporary activity

• GHL form cookies – remember enquiry form details

• Elementor cookies – layout and functionality

The specific cookies may change as the website evolves.

5. How Long Cookies Last

• Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser

• Persistent cookies: remain on your device for a set period

• Third-party cookies: have their own expiry times

We only keep cookies for as long as needed.

6. Managing or Disabling Cookies

You can control cookies through:

A. Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit, you can:

• Accept all cookies

• Reject non-essential cookies

• Manage individual cookie categories

You can change your preferences at any time.

B. Your Browser Settings

You can block or delete cookies using browser controls. For example:

• Chrome

• Safari

• Firefox

• Edge

Blocking essential cookies may affect how the site works.

7. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are controlled by third parties (such as Google). We cannot access or control these cookies. Please refer to their policies for more details:

• Google:

https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies

• Meta (if used):

https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy if we change the cookies used or if laws change. Any updates will appear on this page.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, contact: Email: support@unfold.org.uk Phone: 0333 456 7890 Address: (To be confirmed)