Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies enable websites to remember information about your visit. Cookies can be either temporary (session cookies) or persistent (stored for longer periods). Cookies serve various functions including functionality, analytics, advertising, and personalisation.

2. Cookies Used by SmartChoicePath

SmartChoicePath uses essential cookies only. These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that enable basic website functionality. These are deleted when you close your browser.
• Consent Cookie: Stores your cookie consent preferences to respect your choices on future visits.

3. Cookies We Do Not Use

SmartChoicePath does not use:

• Analytics or tracking cookies
• Behavioural advertising cookies
• Marketing or conversion cookies
• Third-party tracking technologies
• Advertising network cookies
• Any cookies not essential for site functionality

4. Your Cookie Preferences

You can control cookie use through our cookie consent banner. When you visit SmartChoicePath, you will see our cookie consent interface offering you choices:

• Accept: Allows essential cookies required for the website to function
• Reject: Refuses non-essential cookies while maintaining website functionality
• Learn More: Directs you to this cookie policy for detailed information

5. Consent Mode v2 Compliance

SmartChoicePath implements Google Consent Mode v2, respecting user consent choices. This means:

• Your consent preferences are transmitted to relevant services
• Services adjust their behaviour based on your stated preferences
• No non-essential data collection occurs without your consent
• You can withdraw consent at any time

6. Essential Cookies Cannot Be Disabled

Essential cookies required for website functionality cannot be disabled, as the website requires them to operate. These cookies do not track you across websites or collect personal information for advertising purposes.

7. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser

Most browsers allow you to control cookie settings. You can:

• View cookies stored by websites
• Delete cookies
• Block all cookies or specific categories
• Set your browser to ask for permission before accepting cookies

Instructions for managing cookies vary by browser. Consult your browser's help documentation for specific guidance. Note that blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Third-Party Services

SmartChoicePath is a static educational website with minimal third-party services. We do not engage analytics providers, advertising networks, or tracking services by default. Any essential third-party services we use are subject to data minimisation principles.

9. Data Retention

Essential cookies are retained for the duration necessary to provide website functionality. Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Consent preference cookies are retained until you change your preferences. We retain no other data through cookies.

10. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and related regulations, you have rights regarding cookies and related data:

• Right to know what cookies are used
• Right to consent before non-essential cookies are set
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to delete cookies
• Right to access information about how cookies are used

11. Contact Information

For questions about our cookie practices or to withdraw consent:

SmartChoicePath
41 Cedarwood Close
Glasgow G44 3TF
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 141 637 8214

12. Policy Updates

SmartChoicePath may update this Cookie Policy. Changes are effective upon posting with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued site use indicates acceptance of updated policies.

Cookie Summary