cookies Policy

SA Social Media management (SA SMM) Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how SA SMM ("I", "me", "my") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit the website. By continuing to browse or use the website, you agree to the use of cookies as set out in this policy, unless you have adjusted your browser settings to disable them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help me understand how the website is being used, improve functionality, and enhance your user experience.

Cookies may be:

- Session cookies: These are temporary and deleted once you close your browser.

- Persistent cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or are deleted manually.

2. Types of Cookies I Use

I use the following categories of cookies:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies  

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in the systems. They are typically set in response to user actions such as logging in, filling forms, or setting privacy preferences.

Examples:

- User authentication

- Security and fraud prevention

- Load balancing

 b. Performance/Analytics Cookies  

These cookies allow me to collect anonymous data on how visitors use the website (e.g., which pages are visited most often). This helps me improve the performance and structure of the website.

Example tools:

- Google Analytics  

c. Functional Cookies  

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by me or by third-party providers whose services I have added to the site.

Examples:

- Remembering language preference

- Chat tools or live customer support

 d. Targeting/Advertising Cookies  

These cookies may be set through the site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.

Examples:

- Facebook Pixel  

- Google Ads Conversion Tracker

You have the right to choose whether to accept these cookies via the cookie consent banner.

 3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit the website, you will see a cookie consent banner asking for your permission to use certain cookies. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies using this tool.

In addition, you can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and experience of the website.

Links to manage cookies in popular browsers:

- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647

- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies

- Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac

- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027947/microsoft-edge-delete-cookies

 4. Third-Party Cookies

Please note that third parties (such as social media platforms or analytics providers) may also use cookies on the site, over which I have no direct control. These cookies are subject to the respective providers' own privacy and cookie policies.

Examples include:

- Google Analytics

- Facebook Pixel

- YouTube Embeds

You can manage these cookies by adjusting your browser settings or visiting the relevant third-party privacy pages.

 5. Updates to This Policy

I may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law or our cookies usage. 

 6. Contact Me

If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or  use of cookies, please contact:

Sandra Austin

SA Social Media Management

Email: sandra.austin@sasocialmedia.co.uk 

Phone: 01164567890