Cookie Policy
Cookie policy
Effective date: 1 February 2026
Last updated: 17 February 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Luca Gallone (“me” or “my”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.xxxxxxxx.co.uk.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device when the user visits a website. Cookies help websites work correctly and can collect information about website usage. Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies, set by the website
- Third-party cookies, set by external service providers
Websites may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, tags, and scripts.
2. Why might this website use cookies?
This website might use cookies to:
- Enable essential website functionality
- Maintain user sessions
- Analyse traffic and performance
- Deliver advertising and personalised content
Cookies may collect identifiers such as IP address, device identifiers, browser type, and referral source.
3. Cookie categories
This website uses the following cookie categories:
Necessary cookies (strictly necessary cookies) - required for website functionality and security.
Functional cookies - to remember user preferences.
Analytics cookies - to measure user behaviour and website performance (for example, Google Analytics).
Marketing cookies - to support targeted advertising (for example, Meta Pixel).
4. Cookie list
The following cookies are used on this website:
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Category | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | www.xxxxxx.co.uk | Maintains login session | Necessary | Session |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Tracks sessions | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _fbp | Meta | Advertising and retargeting | Marketing | 3 months |
5. Cookie duration (session cookies vs persistent cookies)
Cookie duration explains how long a cookie remains active.
- Session cookies expire when the user closes the browser.
- Persistent cookies remain active for a defined period (30 days).
6. Third-party cookies and tracking technologies
Third-party providers such as Google, Meta, Microsoft, payment processors, and embedded video platforms may place cookies on the website.
These providers process data under their own privacy policies.
7. How users can manage cookies
Users should be able to:
- Accept or reject cookie categories
- Modify preferences
- Withdraw consent
Many websites offer these controls through a cookie banner and a cookie preference centre.
8. Updates to this cookie policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated over time to reflect changes in technology, cookies used, or legal requirements.
(The “Last updated” date reflects the most recent revision)