Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 25th January 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how this website and New Art Collective (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://www.new-art-collective.com/. It explains what cookies are, why we use them, and your choices regarding their use. This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function effectively and provide information to the site owners. Cookies can be categorised as either essential or non-essential.
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function correctly (e.g., security and basic functionality). These do not require your consent.
- Non-Essential Cookies: Used for analytics, marketing, and personalisation. These require your consent.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Enable core functionality such as security and accessibility.
- Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics via Google Tag Manager to analyse website traffic and usage. These cookies are only activated if you consent.
- Embedded Media Cookies: YouTube videos are embedded on our website. If you accept non-essential cookies, videos load using the standard YouTube embed, which may set cookies and track your interaction. If you reject cookies or haven’t made a choice, videos load via the `youtube-nocookie.com` domain to limit tracking.
4. Cookies in Use
| Cookie Type | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | https://www.new-art-collective.com/ | Website functionality and security | Session |
| Analytics Cookies | Google Analytics | Website usage analysis (on consent) | Up to 2 years |
| Embedded Media Cookies | YouTube (Standard/NoCookie) | Video playback and interaction tracking | Session |
| Security Cookies | CAPTCHA | Spam prevention on forms | Session |
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie banner. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies at any time.
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can block or delete cookies via your browser, but this may impact site functionality.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We use trusted third-party services that may place cookies on your device:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website performance and user interaction. Used only with your consent.
- YouTube: Videos are embedded using `youtube-nocookie.com` if you reject cookies or haven’t made a choice.
- CAPTCHA: Used to protect forms against spam, may collect minimal user data.
Please review their privacy policies for more details.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us via our Contact Form on the website.