Cookie Policy
Last updated: 26 February 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Relay For Life Rossendale uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
Cookies are widely used and most web browsers automatically accept cookies. You can modify your browser settings to reject cookies, but this may limit functionality on our website.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential cookies - Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics cookies - Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Preference cookies - Remember your settings and choices
- Security cookies - Help protect against fraud and ensure security
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
Maintains your user session | Session |
csrf_token |
Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences | 1 Year |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics user identification | 2 Years |
_gid |
Google Analytics session tracking | 24 Hours |
Preference Cookies (Optional)
These cookies remember your choices and settings:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
a11y_settings |
Stores accessibility preferences | 1 Year |
theme_preference |
Stores theme/display preferences | 30 Days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics - For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Facebook Pixel - For social media marketing and engagement tracking
- Payment Processors - For secure donation processing
These third parties have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.
5. Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete individual cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Note: Disabling essential cookies will prevent the website from functioning correctly.
6. Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies - Enable all cookie types
- Customise settings - Choose which cookie types to accept
- Reject optional cookies - Only use essential cookies
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
8. More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@relayforliferossendale.org.uk
- Post: Relay For Life Rossendale Committee, Rossendale, Lancashire, UK