1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners.
2. How we use cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable core website functionality and security features.
- Remember choices where relevant (for example, cookie preferences if we add a consent tool).
- Understand how our website is used (only if analytics are enabled and consent is required).
3. Cookie categories
| Category | What it’s for | Consent needed? |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Site operation, security, load balancing | Usually no (depends on implementation) |
| Preferences | Remember settings (where available) | Often yes |
| Analytics | Measure site usage and improve content | Yes (where required) |
| Marketing | Advertising and retargeting | Yes |
4. Cookie details
The cookies used can change depending on site configuration. If you add analytics/ads tools, update this table.
| Cookie / identifier | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_example |
MedibrainUK | Placeholder: replace with real cookie names if present | Session / persistent | Strictly necessary |
Important
If you implement Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, Hotjar, or similar tools, you should list their cookies here and (where required)
display a cookie consent banner before placing non-essential cookies.
5. How to manage cookies
- You can usually manage cookies through your browser settings (block, delete, or restrict cookies).
- If we provide a cookie preferences tool, you’ll be able to update your choices at any time.
6. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes to cookies or legal requirements. The effective date will be updated at the top.