Elevate Together CIC
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 16 December 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Elevate Together CIC ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at elevate-together.co.uk. This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for using them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and improve the user experience.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
- Functionality Cookies: These enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., dark mode settings).
- Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
Theme Preference Cookie
Purpose: Remembers your light/dark mode preference
Duration: Persistent
Type: Functionality
Session Cookie
Purpose: Maintains your session while browsing
Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes)
Type: Essential
Authentication Cookie
Purpose: Keeps you logged in if you have an account
Duration: Persistent (until logout)
Type: Essential
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third parties. These may include:
- Embedded content from social media platforms (e.g., Instagram)
- Maps and location services
- Payment processing services when making donations
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information about their cookies.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and some features may not function properly.
7. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
Here are links to instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
8. Your Consent
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: