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What cookies are
A cookie is a small text file stored on your computer, phone or tablet when you visit a website. Cookies can help a website recognise a device, keep a session secure or remember a preference. Similar technologies may perform related functions.
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Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are needed for core website functions and services requested by the user. They may support:
- Secure portal login and account sessions.
- Website and form security.
- Remembering privacy or cookie choices.
- Load balancing and reliable page delivery.
- Basic WordPress administration for authorised users.
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Optional cookies
Girocare may introduce optional analytics or other website-improvement tools. Optional cookies will not be activated before the user has been given an appropriate choice. They are not required to browse the main public pages.
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Analytics
Analytics can help a website understand which pages are visited and how the site performs. If analytics are introduced, the cookie notice will explain the service being used and provide controls where consent is required.
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Third-party services
Features supplied by another provider, such as embedded content, maps, communication tools or hosting services, may use their own cookies. Their use is governed by the relevant provider’s information as well as the choices presented on this website.
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Managing cookies
You can use the website’s cookie controls, where displayed, to accept or reject optional cookies. You can also remove or block cookies through your browser settings. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent portal login or other requested features from working correctly.
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Changes to cookie use
The cookies used by the website may change when services or features are added. This policy and the website’s cookie choices will be reviewed when material changes are made.
