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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 29th August 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Shine Creek Legal ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Provide enhanced functionality and personalisation
  • Analyse website performance and usage
  • Deliver relevant content and advertisements

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, form submission, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Examples include:

  • Session management cookies
  • Security cookies
  • Cookie consent preferences
  • Load balancing cookies

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website functionality)

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting anonymous information. This helps us improve our website performance and user experience.

Examples include:

  • Google Analytics cookies
  • Page view tracking
  • User journey analysis
  • Website performance metrics

Legal basis: Your consent (optional functionality)

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement.

Examples include:

  • Social media tracking cookies
  • Advertising platform cookies
  • Retargeting cookies
  • Conversion tracking cookies

Legal basis: Your consent (optional functionality)

4. Cookie Duration

4.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help our website remember what you're doing from page to page during your visit.

4.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits and help provide a more personalised experience.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We use these services to enhance website functionality and measure performance.

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyse website usage and improve user experience. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site.

Data collected:

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Geographic location (country/city level)
  • Device and browser information
  • Traffic sources and referrals

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

5.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media sharing buttons and embedded content from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. These platforms may set their own cookies when you interact with their content.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Consent Manager

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept All: Consent to all cookie types
  • Necessary Only: Only allow essential cookies
  • Customise: Choose specific cookie categories

You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • Block all cookies
  • Accept only first-party cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your website experience:

7.1 Necessary Cookies

Disabling necessary cookies may result in:

  • Inability to submit forms
  • Loss of secure area access
  • Reduced website functionality
  • Need to re-enter information repeatedly

7.2 Analytics Cookies

Disabling analytics cookies will:

  • Prevent us from improving our website based on usage data
  • Not affect your browsing experience
  • Maintain your privacy from tracking

7.3 Marketing Cookies

Disabling marketing cookies will:

  • Show you less relevant advertisements
  • Not affect core website functionality
  • Prevent personalised content delivery

8. Other Tracking Technologies

8.1 Web Beacons

We may use web beacons (also called clear GIFs or pixel tags) in emails to track whether you've opened or clicked on content. This helps us improve our communications.

8.2 Local Storage

Our website may use local storage technologies to store information locally on your device. This helps improve website performance and user experience.

9. Data Protection and Privacy

Cookie data is processed in accordance with:

  • UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
  • Data Protection Act 2018
  • Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
  • Our Privacy Policy

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

  • Changes in cookie usage
  • New tracking technologies
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • Improvements to our services

We encourage you to review this policy regularly. The "last updated" date indicates when changes were last made.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy:

Shine Creek Legal
42 Victoria Street
Manchester M2 3BD
United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0161 847 9235

12. Useful Resources

For more information about cookies and privacy:

  • ICO Guide to Cookies
  • All About Cookies
  • Google Analytics Opt-out
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