This document is a placeholder template and does not constitute legal advice. It should be reviewed and tailored to reflect the cookies GoldFern’s website actually sets before publication.

This Cookie Policy explains how GoldFern (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website [WEBSITE URL]. It should be read alongside our [Privacy Policy], which explains how we use your personal data more generally.

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy, except where your consent is required and you have not given it. You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time (see Section 6).

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1. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies may be “session” cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or “persistent” cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. We also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags, and local storage, which are covered by this policy where the term “cookies” is used.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Make our website function correctly and securely.
• Remember your preferences and settings.
• Understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
• [Deliver and measure marketing and advertising — remove if not applicable.]

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block these, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not require your consent.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and, where possible, anonymised. These cookies require your consent.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. These cookies require your consent.

3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

[If applicable:] These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. These cookies require your consent.

[If not applicable, replace with: “We do not use targeting or advertising cookies on our website.”]

4. Cookies We Use

The specific cookies set on our website are listed below. [Populate this table with your actual cookies — a cookie-scanning tool or consent management platform can generate this list.]

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
[cookie_name]	[GoldFern / third party]	[What it does]	[Necessary / Analytics / Functional / Advertising]	[Session / e.g. 12 months]
[cookie_name]	[provider]	[purpose]	[type]	[duration]

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the setting of these cookies, so we recommend you check the third-party websites for more information about their cookies and how to manage them. Third parties we may use include:

• [Google Analytics] — [website analytics]. See [Google’s privacy policy].
• [Add others as applicable, e.g. embedded maps, video players, social media, payment providers.]

6. Managing and Controlling Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Our cookie banner: When you first visit our website, you can set your preferences via our cookie consent banner. You can change these preferences at any time by [clicking the cookie settings link in the footer / reopening the banner].

Your browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. The methods for doing so vary from browser to browser. You can usually find these controls in your browser’s “Settings”, “Options”, or “Preferences” menu. Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function correctly.

For more general information about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.aboutcookies.orgor www.allaboutcookies.org.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

8. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: [CONTACT EMAIL]
• Address: [POSTAL ADDRESS]
• Phone: [PHONE NUMBER]

9. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we use cookies or your personal data, you have the right to make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority (www.ico.org.uk). We would appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns first, so please contact us before approaching the ICO.

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This document is a placeholder template and does not constitute legal advice. It should be reviewed and tailored to reflect the cookies GoldFern’s website actually sets before publication.