1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed 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 platform.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

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

• Session management
• Authentication and security
• Load balancing

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about usage patterns.

• Google Analytics
• Page view tracking
• Error reporting

Functional Cookies

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

• Language preferences
• Location settings
• Theme preferences

Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertising more relevant to you and your interests.

• Advertising networks
• Social media integration
• Remarketing campaigns

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies. These include:

• Stripe: For secure payment processing
• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Google OAuth: For authentication services

4. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period (from days to years) or until you delete them. They help us recognize you when you return to our website.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie banner where you can accept or decline non-essential cookies.

Browser Settings

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

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

Please note that blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website.

6. Impact of Declining Cookies

If you choose to decline non-essential cookies, you may still use our website, but some features may be limited. Essential cookies cannot be declined as they are necessary for the website to function.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Please check this page periodically for updates.

8. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@spirituallyconnect.me
• Address: 5 Sedge Close, Leasingham, NG34 8JB