Cookie Policy
Last updated: 17/01/2026
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
accepted/rejected categories. |
1 year |
|
cookie_admin_settings |
cookieadmin.net |
First-party |
Necessary |
Ensures the cookie banner loads correctly and remembers
preferences. |
1 year |
|
PHPSESSID |
Website / Hosting |
First-party |
Necessary |
Maintains session state across page loads (forms,
navigation). |
Session |
|
elementor |
WordPress / Elementor |
First-party |
Necessary |
Stores whether the user has visited before to enable page
caching and editor features. |
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
measurement. |
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
tracking. |
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.