Cookies
Effective Date: 21 Nov 2023
Introduction
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This statement outlines our policy concerning the use of cookies and similar technologies (“cookies”) on our website.
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What are cookies?
A cookie is a small piece of data or text file that may be stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. It allows a website to “remember” your actions or preferences over a length of time.
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In this cookie policy, any use of the words "you", "yours" or similar expressions shall mean any user of our website.
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How do we use cookies?
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In general, the cookies on our website can be categorised as essential cookies, which are necessary for our website to function. These cookies do not store any personal data, but are used to:
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Provide a better experience for our visitors and customers.
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Monitor and analyse the performance, operation and effectiveness of the website
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Ensure our website is secure and safe to use
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Take a look at the table below to see which cookies we have placed on our site:
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Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Cookie Type |
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XSRF-TOKEN | Used for security reasons | Session | Essential |
hs | Used for security reasons | Session | Essential |
svSession | Used in connection with user login | 12 months | Essential |
SSR-caching | Used to indicate the system from which the site was rendered | 1 minute | Essential |
_wixCIDX | Used for system monitoring/debugging | 3 months | Essential |
_wix_browser_sess | Used for system monitoring/debugging | session | Essential |
consent-policy | Used for cookie banner parameters | 12 months | Essential |
smSession | Used to identify logged in site members | Session | Essential |
TS* | Used for security and anti-fraud reasons | Session | Essential |
bSession | Used for system effectiveness measurement | 30 minutes | Essential |
fedops.logger.X | Used for stability/effectiveness measurement | 12 months | Essential |
How do I manage cookies?
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The law states that we can store cookies on your device if they are strictly necessary for the operation of our sites. For all other types, we need your permission.
When you log on to our website for the first time, you will see a message from our consent management tool asking for your consent to the use of cookies, with a link to this policy. You may choose to consent to our use of all cookies, or you may specify which types may be employed.
The following links explain how to access cookie settings in various browsers:
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To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, visit this link: http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit All About Cookies.
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Getting in touch
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We hope that this policy has helped to explain our use of cookies, but we always love to hear from our customers, so feel free to reach out with any issues or queries you have at elaine@datastep.io