Last updated: 18/05/2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Coral Futures Research &
Innovation Centre (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on
our website (“the Website”).
It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy,
which explains how we process personal data.
By clicking “Accept” on the cookie banner, or by continuing
to use the Website after adjusting your cookie settings, you consent to our use
of cookies as described in this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you
visit a website. They help websites function, improve user experience, and
provide analytical insights.
Cookies may be:
• First-party cookies – set by our Website
• Third-party cookies – set by external providers (e.g., Google Analytics, YouTube)
Cookies may also be:
• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies – stored on your device for a set period
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use four main categories of cookies:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are required for the Website to function
properly. They cannot be switched off and do not require user consent under UK
law.
Examples:
• Site security and access cookies
• Cookie consent preference cookies
• Forms, login, and navigation support cookies
3.2 Functional Cookies
These improve your experience by remembering your settings
and preferences.
Examples:
• Language preferences
• Layout or accessibility settings
• Form autofill information
3.3 Analytics & Performance Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use the Website.
We use this data to improve functionality, content, and user experience.
Typical data collected:
• Pages visited
• Time spent on each page
• Browser type and device
• Click
paths and interactions
Analytics cookies are not used without your consent.
3.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies track browsing behaviour across websites to
deliver personalised ads or to measure the success of our communications.
Examples:
• Facebook/Meta Pixel
• Google Ads Conversion Tracking
• YouTube or Vimeo tracking cookies
These cookies are optional and switched off unless you
consent.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
If you use a cookie management tool (e.g., CookieYes, CookieBot, Complianz), this section can list the exact cookies detected on your
site.
Cookie Name | Provider | Type | Category | Purpose | Duration |
cookie_admin_consent | cookieadmin.net | First-party | Necessary | Stores user cookie preferences, including | 1 year |
cookie_admin_settings | cookieadmin.net | First-party | Necessary | Ensures the cookie banner loads correctly and remembers | 1 year |
PHPSESSID | Website / Hosting | First-party | Necessary | Maintains session state across page loads (forms, | Session |
elementor | WordPress / Elementor | First-party | Necessary | Stores whether the user has visited before to enable page | Persistent |
wp-wpml_current_language | WPML (if multilingual enabled) | First-party | Functional | Saves user’s preferred language. | 1 day |
_ga | Google Analytics | Third-party | Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors; website usage statistics. | 2 years |
ga* | Google Analytics | Third-party | Analytics | Stores session-level interaction and behaviour data. | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Third-party | Analytics | Tracks user behaviour across pages for analytics. | 24 hours |
_gat | Google Analytics | Third-party | Analytics | Throttles request rate to GA. | 1 minute |
_fbp | Meta / Facebook Pixel (if installed) | Third-party | Marketing | Tracks visits and behaviour for remarketing and campaign | 3 months |
fr | Meta / Facebook | Third-party | Marketing | Used for ad delivery and measurement. | 3 months |
mailchimp_landing_site | Mailchimp | Third-party | Analytics/Marketing | Records how a visitor arrived on the site for mailing-list | 1 month |
mc_cid / mc_eid | Mailchimp | Third-party | Marketing | Tracks campaign performance and personalised linking. | Depends |
stripe_mid | Stripe | Third-party | Necessary | Fraud prevention and secure donation/payment processing. | 1 year |
stripe_sid | Stripe | Third-party | Necessary | Session identifier for payments. | Session |
paypal-cookies (various) | PayPal | Third-party | Necessary / Functional | Required for donation checkout, fraud detection. | Varies |
vuid | Vimeo (if videos embedded) | Third-party | Analytics | Tracks video usage statistics. | 2 years |
VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | YouTube (if videos embedded) | Third-party | Marketing/Analytics | Estimates bandwidth and loading behaviour. | 6 months |
YSC | YouTube | Third-party | Marketing | Tracks interaction with embedded videos. | Session |
5. How You Can Manage Cookies
You have full control over cookies.
5.1 Through our Cookie Banner
On your first visit, you can:
• Accept all cookies
• Reject all optional cookies
• Customise preferences
You can change your settings at any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” in the website footer.
5.2 Browser Settings
You can block, delete, or restrict cookies using your
browser:
• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Edge
• Opera
Note: Blocking essential cookies may impact website functionality.
5.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
For marketing cookies, you can opt out via:
• Google Ads Settings: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
• Facebook Ad Preferences: https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences/
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some pages may display content from external services (e.g., embedded video, donation tools).
These providers may set their own cookies:
• YouTube
• Vimeo
• PayPal / Stripe
• Mailchimp
• Google Maps
• Eventbrite
• Social media platforms
We recommend checking their individual privacy/cookie policies.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may revise this Cookie Policy if:
• We add or remove cookies
• We change cookie providers
• Laws and regulations change
The most recent version will always be posted here with the updated date.
8. Contact Us
For questions about this policy or to exercise data rights,
contact:
Data Protection Lead
Coral Futures Research & Innovation Centre
Email: info@coralfuturesresearch.org
Registered address: 11 Langmead Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8DY.
Our application to become a CIO is with the Charity Commission. In the meantime, Coral Futures operates as a Company Limited by Guarantee and can accept support and contributions, though charitable status and Gift Aid eligibility will begin once registration is confirmed.
To raise a concern about Coral Futures’ activities, governance or conduct, contact: governance@coralfuturesresearch.org.
For safeguarding concerns: refer to our Safeguarding Policy for the escalation pathway.
For formal regulatory complaints: Companies House or the Charity Commission.
