Cookie policy

This Cookie Policy explains how midickson.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://midickson.com. Please read this policy alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly and provide useful information to site owners.

2. Types of Cookies and Tracking Technologies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable basic functions such as security and page navigation. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. We use this data to help improve how our website works.

• Google Analytics 4 (via Google Site Kit):
  We use Google Analytics 4, integrated with Google Site Kit, to help us understand how our site is used. These cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including the number of visitors, where visitors have come to the site from, and the pages they visited.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences) and provide enhanced features. We do not currently use any functionality cookies beyond those necessary for essential site operation.

2.4 Third-Party Cookies and Embedded Content

Our site uses third-party services that may set their own cookies or use similar technologies:

• Google Maps:
  We may embed Google Maps on our site to display locations. When you interact with a Google Map, Google may set cookies and collect data about your interaction, including your IP address and location data (if enabled in your browser/device).

• Adobe Fonts (Typekit):
  We use Adobe Fonts to provide consistent and attractive typography. Adobe may collect information about the fonts being served to our website, your IP address, and browser information for font analytics and delivery. According to Adobe, no cookies are set by Adobe Fonts for website visitors, but data may be transferred to Adobe’s servers.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Ensure our website functions correctly and securely

• Remember your preferences (where applicable)

• Analyse and improve website performance and user experience

• Display interactive maps and external fonts

4. Your Cookie Choices

When you visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You may also manage or withdraw your consent at any time.

You can manage or delete cookies using your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website.

• More information:
  AboutCookies.org
  All About Cookies

5. Details of Cookies and Third-Party Services

Below is a summary of the main cookies and tracking technologies we use:

Note: The exact names of Google and third-party cookies may change. This table will be updated as needed.

6. How to Control Cookies

• You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

• You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking on all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

7. International Data Transfers

Some third-party services (Google, Adobe) may transfer your data outside the UK/EEA. We take steps to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:

Email: ed@midickson.com
Address: Unit 1, Heddon Way, South Shields, NE34 0NU