Cookie Policy

Last updated: 16/09/2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

How We Use Cookies

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Examples:

• Session cookies that remember your preferences during your visit
• Security cookies that help keep our site safe

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience.

What we collect:

• Pages you visit
• Time spent on pages
• How you arrived at our site
• General location (country/region only)
• Device and browser information

We do not collect:

• Personal identifying information
• Exact location data
• Individual user tracking across other websites

Marketing Cookies

If you sign up for our email list or download our free resources, we may use cookies to:

• Remember that you’ve already downloaded a resource
• Show you relevant content based on your interests
• Measure the effectiveness of our content

Third-Party Cookies

We may use the following third-party services that set cookies:

Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance measurement Email Marketing Platform: To manage email subscriptions and track email engagement Social Media Platforms: If you share our content on social media

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data

Opt-Out Options

• Google Analytics: You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Email Marketing: Unsubscribe from our emails at any time using the link provided

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies:

• Some website features may not work properly
• We won’t be able to remember your preferences
• You may need to re-enter information on each visit
• Our ability to improve the website experience will be limited

Cookie Retention

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Stored for varying periods depending on their purpose
• Analytics cookies: Typically stored for 2 years
• Marketing cookies: Usually stored for 30-90 days

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Be informed about how cookies are used (this policy)
• Access information about cookies we’ve set
• Request deletion of cookies (through browser settings)
• Object to certain types of cookies

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 “Last modified” date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Email: info@thebeingstudio.co.uk Website: thebeingstudio.co.uk/contact

Implementation Notes

Cookie Banner/Consent

• Consider adding a cookie consent banner for GDPR compliance
• Allow users to accept/reject non-essential cookies
• Provide link to full cookie policy from banner

Regular Updates

• Review and update policy when you add new services
• Update third-party service information as needed
• Keep cookie retention periods accurate

Legal Compliance

• Complies with UK GDPR requirements
• Follows ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office) guidelines
• Covers both essential and non-essential cookies