Cookie Policy
Effective: February 2026 | BalancedPlateUK
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They contain information that can be retrieved on subsequent visits, enabling websites to remember your preferences and activities.
Our Cookie Use
Essential Cookies
We use only essential cookies required for basic site functionality. These cookies are necessary for:
- Remembering your cookie consent preference
- Maintaining your session while browsing the site
- Enabling basic navigation and functionality
Essential cookies do not require your explicit consent, as they are necessary for the site to function. However, we provide a clear cookie notice explaining our practices.
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
With your consent, we may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site. This information helps us improve content and user experience. Analytics cookies do not personally identify you; they collect aggregated, anonymised data only.
What We Do NOT Use
We explicitly do not use:
- Tracking cookies to follow you across the internet
- Marketing or advertising cookies
- Cookies that identify you personally
- Cookies for targeted advertising
Consent Mode v2
We implement Consent Mode v2, which respects user privacy preferences. This means:
- You control which cookies are enabled
- You can withdraw consent at any time
- Essential cookies remain functional even if you decline analytics
- Analytics is only active if you explicitly consent
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and other site data
On This Website
You can withdraw or change your cookie preferences at any time by interacting with the cookie consent banner, which you can access through the site.
Third-Party Cookies
This website does not embed third-party tracking pixels, social media cookies, or advertising cookies. We do not partner with ad networks or marketing platforms that place tracking cookies on your device.
Data Retention
Cookies are retained on your device for their functional purpose. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Preference cookies (such as your consent choice) are retained longer to remember your preferences across visits.
Contact
If you have questions about our cookie practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 123 Willow Crescent, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 4AB, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 118 962 3741
Updates to Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as technology and regulations evolve. Changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.