Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.
They help us understand how you use our website and remember your preferences.
Cookies do not contain any information that personally identifies you, but personal information we store about you may be linked to information stored in cookies.

Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off.
Performance Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by providing statistics on areas visited, time spent on the website, and issues encountered.
Functional Cookies: These enable us to personalise your experience and remember choices you make (such as your language preference).
Targeting Cookies: These may be used to deliver adverts more relevant to your interests.

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration	Can Be Disabled?
Session Cookies	Essential for website functionality, login sessions, and form submissions	Deleted when browser closes	No - required for basic functionality
Google Analytics	Website performance analysis and visitor statistics	Up to 26 months	Yes - through browser settings
Booking System	Remember appointment preferences and form data	30 days	Partially - may affect functionality
Security Cookies	Prevent fraudulent activity and secure connections	12 hours	No - required for security

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyse website usage. Google may use this data in accordance with their privacy policy.
Payment Processors: Secure payment processing may involve cookies from our payment partners to prevent fraud.
Social Media: If you share content from our website, social media platforms may set cookies.
These third parties have their own privacy policies which we do not control.

Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Each browser is different, so check your browser's Help menu to learn how to change cookie preferences.
Opt-Out Tools: You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Mobile Devices: Consult your device documentation for information on how to disable cookies in mobile browsers.
Impact of Disabling: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality, including booking appointments and accessing secure areas.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
We may display a cookie banner for first-time visitors to obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies.

We may use local storage and similar technologies to store information locally on your device.
This helps improve website performance and remember your preferences between visits.
Like cookies, you can clear local storage through your browser settings.

We may update this cookie policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance.
Significant changes will be notified via website notice or email.
Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

For questions about our cookie policy, contact us through our website contact form.
Written correspondence: Yorkshire Bloodworks Ltd, 142 Moor Lane South, Ravenfield, Rotherham, S65 4QR.
We aim to respond to all enquiries within 5 working days.

How we use cookies and similar technologies