Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Beyond Borders Parenting ("we", "us" or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and online parenting coaching services. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use and protect your personal data.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve security, remember your preferences, and provide website owners with information about how visitors use their site.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them). Cookies can also be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties providing services through that website ("third-party cookies").

2. How we use cookies

We use cookies to make our website work, to understand how it is used, and to improve your experience as a visitor or client. Some cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. Other cookies are used only with your consent.

3. Types of cookies we use

3.1 Essential cookies

These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, filling in forms, or moving between pages. Without these cookies, parts of the website may not function correctly.

Essential cookies may include, for example, cookies used by our content management system (WordPress) to maintain your session when you log in to a client area, and security cookies that help us protect the website and your data.

3.2 Analytics and performance cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can measure and improve its performance. They collect information such as which pages are visited most often, how visitors move around the site, and whether they encounter errors.

We only set analytics cookies if you consent. Where possible, we use these tools in a privacy-friendly way, for example by shortening IP addresses or aggregating data so that it cannot easily be linked to individual visitors.

3.3 Functional cookies

Functional cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may remember your language preferences, your region, or other choices you make so that your experience is more tailored and convenient.

If you disable these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

4. Third-party cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted service providers to support the operation and improvement of our website and services. These third parties may set cookies on your device when you visit our site.

Examples of third-party cookies that may be used on our site include:

• WordPress and related plugins – used to operate the website, manage content, provide security features, and remember your choices (for example, your cookie consent settings).

• Google Analytics (Google LLC) – used, where enabled, to collect aggregated information about how visitors use our website, such as pages visited, time spent on pages and general geographic region. We use this information to understand and improve the performance and content of our site. Where required by law, Google Analytics cookies are only set with your consent.

These third parties may process data about your use of our website, which can include your IP address, device information, and browsing behaviour on our site. For more information on how these third parties use data, please refer to their respective privacy and cookie policies.

5. Legal basis for using cookies

Where required under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and related laws, we rely on:

• Our legitimate interests for the use of essential cookies that are necessary to provide you with the services you request and to ensure the security and proper functioning of our website.

• Your consent for the use of analytics, performance and functional cookies that are not strictly necessary. You can withdraw your consent at any time as described below.

6. How to manage or disable cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

On-site cookie settings. Where available, you can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie banner or settings tool displayed on our website. This allows you to accept or refuse different categories of cookies, except for those that are strictly necessary.

Browser settings. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can change your browser settings to block or delete cookies. The exact steps depend on your browser and device. The following links may be helpful:

• Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome

• Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org

• Apple Safari: support.apple.com

• Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some parts of our website may not function as intended, and your user experience may be affected.

7. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, legal requirements, or our services. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the bottom of this page and, where appropriate, notify you in advance.

8. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, or if you wish to exercise your data protection rights, you can contact us at:

Beyond Borders Parenting
Website: beyondbordersparenting.com
Email: info@beyondbordersparenting.com

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