Cookie policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Spokes Education (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Notice.
WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and can also be used to remember preferences or enable certain features.
Some cookies are essential for a website to operate. Others require user consent under UK law.
THE TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
We use only strictly necessary cookies and user-initiated third-party content.
STRICTLY NECESSARY COOKIES
These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our website. They may:
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Enable basic site functionality
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Store your cookie preferences
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Support security features
These cookies do not require consent under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Retention: up to 12 months (or session-based where applicable).
VIDEO CONTENT
Our website includes embedded Vimeo videos.
Videos are configured so that no third-party cookies are set when the page loads. Vimeo content only becomes active when you click to play a video.
Once you choose to play a video, Vimeo may set cookies on your device to:
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Enable video playback
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Remember playback preferences
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Collect limited technical information
We use Vimeo’s privacy-enhanced / “Do Not Track” mode where available to minimise tracking.
Vimeo is an independent third-party provider. Their cookie and privacy practices are governed by their own policies. You can read more here:
By choosing to play a video, you are actively requesting this content.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Our website includes social media icons that link to external platforms. These are simple hyperlinks and do not load third-party tracking scripts or cookies on our website.
If you click one of these links, the external platform may place cookies in accordance with its own privacy policy.
MANAGING COOKIES
You can:
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Accept or reject cookies using our banner
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Change your browser settings to block or delete cookies
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Withdraw consent at any time via our cookie settings link
Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
INTERNATIONAL USERS
Our website is accessible globally. Where third-party providers process data outside the United Kingdom, they are responsible for ensuring appropriate safeguards in accordance with applicable data protection law.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or website functionality. The latest version will always be available to access on our website.