Cookies Policy
Last updated: 9 April 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language, or cookie consent choices) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you return to the site or browse from one page to another.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, understand how visitors use our site, and improve our services. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or navigating through the site.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| session_id | Maintains your session as you navigate the website | Session |
Essential cookies do not require your consent as they are necessary for the website to function.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how our website works and understand which pages are most useful to visitors.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _analytics_id | Tracks anonymous user journeys through the site | 26 months |
| _analytics_session | Records session duration and page views | 30 minutes |
We use analytics cookies only with your consent. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ad_tracking | Tracks effectiveness of marketing campaigns | 12 months |
| _remarketing | Enables personalised advertising | 90 days |
Marketing cookies are only used with your explicit consent. You can opt out at any time through your cookie preferences.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by our website. We have full control over these cookies and the data they collect.
Third-party cookies are set by external services we use, such as analytics providers. These organisations have their own privacy policies governing how they use cookie data.
Session and Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help the website remember your actions during a single browsing session.
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (as specified in the cookie tables above) or until you manually delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Through Our Website
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Customise your preferences by cookie category
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close the browser
- Notify you when a website tries to set a cookie
Here's how to manage cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Please note that blocking cookies may impact your experience on our website and prevent certain features from working properly.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you don't want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how to respond to these signals. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage your cookie preferences as described above.
Cookies and Personal Data
Most cookies we use collect anonymous information and do not identify you personally. However, some cookies may be linked to personal data you provide (such as when you log into a client portal or fill out a contact form).
Any personal data collected through cookies is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and UK GDPR regulations.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Website Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site
- Video Hosting: If we embed videos, the provider may set cookies
- Social Media: If we include social sharing buttons, those platforms may set cookies
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies:
- Google Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
- YouTube Cookie Policy: policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
Cookies for Security
We use some cookies to help protect the security of our website and prevent fraudulent activity. These security cookies help us identify potentially harmful requests and protect against cross-site request forgery attacks.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make significant changes, we'll update the "last updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Impact of Declining Cookies
If you choose to decline non-essential cookies:
- The website will still function, but some features may not work as intended
- You may need to re-enter preferences each time you visit
- We won't be able to improve the website based on anonymous usage patterns
- You won't see personalised content or advertisements
Essential cookies will still be used to ensure the website functions properly, as these are necessary for basic operations.
Cookies and Mobile Devices
This Cookie Policy applies to all devices you use to access our website, including smartphones and tablets. Mobile browsers also allow you to control cookies through their settings, though the process may differ from desktop browsers.
More Information About Cookies
For more information about cookies and how they work, you can visit:
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- ICO Cookie Guidance: ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-pecr/cookies-and-similar-technologies
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Dusk Glow Psychology Services Ltd
42 Deansgate
Manchester M3 2AY
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have rights regarding how your information (including cookie data) is used. For more information about your rights, please see our Privacy Policy and GDPR Compliance pages.
If you're not satisfied with how we handle cookies or respond to your requests, you can contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.