Cookies Policy

What Are Cookies

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

How We Use Cookies

Branch-field uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and remember your preferences. We use cookies responsibly and transparently in accordance with UK data protection laws.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

• Cookie consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
• Session management: Maintains your session during your visit

Legal basis: These cookies are necessary for the legitimate operation of our website.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.

• User preferences: Stores settings you have selected
• Form data: Remembers information you have entered in forms

Legal basis: These cookies are used with your consent or based on our legitimate interest in providing you with a better user experience.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve site functionality and user experience.

• Page visits: Tracks which pages are viewed and how long visitors stay
• Traffic sources: Identifies how visitors arrive at our site
• User behavior: Analyzes navigation patterns and interactions

Legal basis: We use these cookies with your consent. The data collected is aggregated and anonymized.

Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These services help us analyze website usage and improve our offerings. We carefully select third-party providers who respect user privacy and comply with data protection regulations.

Managing Cookies

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and respected throughout your visit.

Browser Settings

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

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Browser-Specific Instructions

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

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

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data

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

Impact of Blocking Cookies

Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly without cookies. Essential cookies are necessary for the site to work, and blocking them may prevent access to certain pages or features.

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, our website may use local storage to save your cookie consent preferences. This technology stores data locally in your browser and does not transmit information to our servers automatically. You can clear local storage through your browser settings.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want your online activity tracked. We respect these signals and do not track users who have Do Not Track enabled.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes through our website or by email where appropriate.

Detailed Cookie List

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
cookieConsent	Stores your cookie consent preferences	1 year	Essential
sessionId	Maintains your session during website visit	Session	Essential

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:

Branch-field Financial Education Centre
47 Whiteladies Road
Clifton, Bristol
BS8 2LS
United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]