Cookie Policy
Introduction
Welcome to Somerton! We're delighted you're interested in learning more about how we use cookies on our website. This policy explains what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, your rights to manage them, and how we comply with data privacy regulations, including GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA, and UK GDPR.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your web browser when you visit a website. They play a crucial role in helping websites remember user preferences, understand visitor behavior, and ensure seamless navigation. There are different types of cookies, each serving distinct purposes:
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Necessary Cookies: These essential cookies enable core features and functionalities of our website, such as allowing you to log in, secure connections, and remember your preferred language or location. Their absence may impact your ability to use certain parts of the site.
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Performance Cookies: Used to gather information about how visitors interact with our website, including tracking page views, load times, and error messages. This data helps us optimize performance and enhance user experience.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences and settings, ensuring a personalized experience when you return to our site. For example, they may remember your language choice or display content tailored to your interests.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Employed for delivering targeted advertisements based on your browsing history. They track your online activities across different websites to deliver ads that are relevant to your interests.
Types of Cookies Used on Somerton
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Essential: We use necessary cookies to ensure the basic functionality of our website and improve user experience, such as managing session data and maintaining security.
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Performance: Performance cookies help us analyze site performance, optimize content delivery, and understand how visitors interact with our pages.
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Functionality: These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and customizing content to match your interests.
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Advertising: We may employ third-party advertising cookies to deliver targeted ads and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
You have control over how cookies are used on our website. Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie settings through their preferences or settings menus. Here's what you can do:
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Accept/Reject Cookies: You can accept all cookies, reject them, or select specific types to allow or block.
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Delete Cookies: Browser tools enable you to erase cookies stored on your device, clearing any tracking data collected by websites you've visited.
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Change Cookie Settings: Adjust your preferences at any time through your browser settings to control which types of cookies are accepted and how long they remain active.
Third-Party Cookies
Somerton may use third-party cookies for various purposes, including advertising and analytics. These cookies are set by entities other than us, and we have no direct control over them. We partner with trusted third parties to provide services that enhance your experience on our site. For example:
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Analytics Providers: We engage with analytics platforms to understand how visitors use our website and improve its content.
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Advertising Networks: These partners help us deliver targeted advertising campaigns, ensuring that you see relevant ads based on your interests.
Consent and Control
Your consent is crucial for using cookies that are not strictly necessary for our website's core functionality. We provide clear and transparent information about the types of cookies used and why. You can manage your consent preferences at any time through browser settings or by contacting us at [email protected].
Updates and Changes
We regularly review and update our Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or relevant laws. This policy was last updated on January 1, 2024. We encourage you to revisit this page periodically to stay informed about your cookie choices and our privacy practices.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding cookies or our privacy policy, please contact us at [email protected].