Ommateum Cookie Policy

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1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Ommateum (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://ommateum.co.uk. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle personal data.

By continuing to browse our website, you agree to the 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 the site function properly, improve performance, and provide insights into how visitors use the site.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser

  • Persistent cookies — stored until they expire or are deleted

  • First‑party cookies — set by our website

  • Third‑party cookies — set by external services (e.g., embedded content, analytics)

 

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function. They include:

  • Cookies that enable login and account management

  • Security and spam‑prevention cookies

  • Cookies that remember your cookie preferences

Without these cookies, the site may not operate correctly.

 

Functional Cookies

These enhance your experience by remembering your preferences, such as:

  • Display settings

  • Comment form details (name, email, website) These are optional and only used with your consent.

 

Analytics & Performance Cookies

If enabled, these cookies help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. They may collect anonymised information such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

  • Browser and device type

We do not currently use analytics tools, but if we introduce them, this policy will be updated.

 

Third‑Party Cookies

Some content on our site may come from external providers (e.g., embedded videos, maps, or social media content). These third parties may set their own cookies and track your interaction with their content.

We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of any third‑party services you interact with.

 

4. Cookies Used on This Website

Below is a summary of the typical cookies used on WordPress‑based sites like ours:

Cookie Type Purpose Duration
comment_author\_* Saves your comment form details 1 year
wordpress\_logged\in\* Keeps you logged in Session / 2 days
wp-settings-* Stores display preferences 1 year
wp-postpass\_* Access to password‑protected posts 10 days
wp-edit\post\* Stores post ID when editing 1 day
cookie consent cookie Remembers your cookie choices 6–12 months
 

If we add or remove cookies, this table will be updated.

 

5. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies

  • Block only third‑party cookies

  • Delete existing cookies

  • Receive alerts before cookies are stored

Please note: disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

 

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

 

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, contact us at: info@ommateum.co.uk