Cookie Policy

Introduction

Last updated: 20 August 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion (“we”, “our”, or “us”) use cookies and similar technologies on www.csgcc.ac.uk (“our website”). It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control their use.

  • Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve efficiency, and provide information to website owners.

    Cookies can be:

    • First-party cookies – set by us
    • Third-party cookies – set by third-party providers (e.g. analytics, advertising)
    • Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
    • Persistent cookies – stored until they expire or you delete them

  • We use the following categories of cookies:

    • Strictly Necessary Cookies – Essential for website functionality and cannot be disabled.
    • Performance/Analytics Cookies – Collect anonymous data about how the site is used to improve performance.
    • Functionality Cookies – Remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.
    • Marketing/Advertising Cookies – Help us deliver relevant content and measure engagement.

  • A full list of cookies used on www.csgcc.ac.uk, their purposes, expiry periods, and categories is maintained and regularly updated in this policy. Please refer to our website for the latest list.

  • When you first visit our site, you’ll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

    • Accept all cookies
    • Reject non-essential cookies
    • Manage preferences

    You can change your preferences anytime by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our footer. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function properly.

  • Some cookies are managed by third parties, such as Google, HubSpot, YouTube, and Facebook. These providers may collect and process data for their own purposes and may transfer data outside the UK/EEA.

    Please review their individual privacy policies:

  • We regularly review and update our use of cookies to ensure accuracy and compliance with UK GDPR and PECR. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about any changes.

  • If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:

    Data Protection Officer
    Email: dataprotectionofficer@colegsirgar.ac.uk

    For more details about how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy: https://www.csgcc.ac.uk/privacy-policy