Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. These cookies cannot be disabled.

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Non-Essential)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use Vercel Analytics for this purpose. These cookies require your explicit consent.

3.3 Performance Cookies (Non-Essential)

These cookies help us improve website performance by monitoring loading times and identifying performance issues. We use Vercel Speed Insights for this purpose. These cookies require your explicit consent.

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted service providers:

• Vercel: For hosting, analytics, and performance monitoring (with consent)
• Firebase: For secure data storage (no cookies set by Firebase on the client)
• Resend: For email delivery (no cookies set by Resend)

These third parties may use cookies to provide their services. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information about how they handle your data.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through:

• Cookie Banner: Use the cookie consent banner that appears when you first visit our website
• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality
• Contact Us: Email us at manager@mwhs.org.uk to update your preferences

5.1 Browser-Specific Instructions

6. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations), you have the right to:

• Be informed about the use of cookies
• Give or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
• Access information about cookies used on our website
• Request deletion of cookie-related data

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

8. Contact Information

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