Last Updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Rafana ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.rafana.co.uk. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by a domain other than the one you're visiting
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential/Necessary Cookies: To enable basic website functionality and security
- Performance/Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors use our website and improve its performance
- Functionality Cookies: To remember your preferences and provide enhanced features
- Marketing/Advertising Cookies: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
rafana_cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
PHPSESSID |
Maintains session state | Session |
3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
3.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies track visitors across websites to display ads that are relevant and engaging for individual users. They may be set by advertising partners through our website.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Delivers targeted advertising | 3 months |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website. This will allow you to:
- Enable or disable analytics cookies
- Enable or disable marketing cookies
- View detailed information about each cookie category
Please note that necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to function properly.
5. Browser Cookie Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience.
You can manage cookies in the following browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not control how third parties use cookies. For more information about third-party cookies, please refer to the privacy policies of the respective third parties:
- Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
- Facebook: Facebook Data Policy
7. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. At this time, there is no industry standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but you can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last Updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@rafana.io
- Website: Contact Form
10. More Information
For more information about our data practices, please see our Privacy Policy.