COOKIE POLICY

Effective date: 1st June 2026

Last updated: 1st June 2026

Empowerment Foundation

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how we Empowerment Foundation uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and booking systems, including third-party platforms such as Acuity Scheduling.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. [ico.org.uk]

Cookies may be:

  • First-party cookies – set by our website

  • Third-party cookies – set by external providers

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly

  • Enable booking and scheduling services

  • Maintain security and prevent misuse

  • Improve user experience

  • Understand how visitors interact with our website

We only use non-essential cookies where you have provided consent.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and services you request, including:

  • Booking system functionality (e.g. Acuity Scheduling)

  • Security and session management

These cookies do not require consent.

4.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to remember your preferences and improve usability.

These may require consent depending on their purpose.

4.3 Analytics Cookies (Require Consent)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, including:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on site

  • General usage patterns

Analytics cookies are not strictly necessary and are only used where you provide consent.[sprintlaw.co.uk]

4.4 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device, including:

  • Acuity Scheduling (Squarespace)

  • Website hosting services

  • Analytics providers (if used)

These third parties may collect technical information such as:

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Usage activity

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under UK law:

  • The Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) require us to:

    • Inform you about cookies

    • Obtain consent before using non-essential cookies

  • The UK GDPR sets the standard for valid consent, which must be:

    • Freely given

    • Specific

    • Informed

    • Given through a clear affirmative action [templatesuk.com]

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner, allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Manage your preferences

Non-essential cookies will not be set unless you provide consent.

You can also:

  • Change your preferences at any time via cookie settings

  • Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies

7. Changes to Your Consent

You have the right to withdraw or change your consent at any time.

If you withdraw consent, non-essential cookies will no longer be used.

8. Third-Party Services

Our website may include embedded services (such as booking systems).

These services:

  • May place their own cookies

  • Operate independently

  • Have their own privacy and cookie policies

We recommend reviewing these where relevant.

9. Data Protection and Privacy

Where cookies involve personal data, this will be processed in accordance with:

  • UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)

  • Data Protection Act 2018

Further details can be found in our Privacy Policy.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in legal requirements

  • Changes in website functionality

  • Updates to third-party services

The latest version will always be available on our website.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy:

Empowerment Foundation

Email: info@empowerment-foundation.com

Address: Brackley, UK