Cookie Policy

Our cookie policy and how we use them

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how 4A uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our Website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, 4A are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies". These third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., analytics, advertising, and videos).

2. Why do we use cookies?

We use first- and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our website to operate—these we refer to as "essential" or "strictly necessary" cookies. Others help us understand how our website is being used, enhance user experience, or display relevant content.

We use cookies for:

  • Essential website functionality
  • Performance and analytics
  • Content personalisation
  • Embedded third-party content

3. What data do cookies collect?

Cookies may collect information such as:

  • IP address (anonymised)
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Referrer URL
  • Language preferences

We do not use cookies to collect personal data such as your name or contact information unless you voluntarily provide it.

4. How can you control cookies?

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

  • You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies.
  • If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though some functionality may be limited.
  • To find out more about how to manage cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org or www.youronlinechoices.eu.

Consent

By continuing to browse our site, you agree to our use of cookies unless you have disabled them via your browser settings. We use a cookie banner to obtain your explicit consent where required by law.

Updates to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please use the contact form to get in touch with us.