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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 22nd July 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Strom Peak ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at strom-peak.com (the "Site"). This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

Please read this Cookie Policy carefully. By using our Site, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow us to recognise you and remember important information that will make your use of our website more convenient (such as by remembering your preference settings).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
strom_peak_cookies Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year
session_enabled Maintains your session across pages Session
csrf_token Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery Session

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website performance and user experience.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
analytics_enabled Enables analytics tracking when consent is given 1 year
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites with the intention of displaying relevant advertisements. They may be used by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
marketing_enabled Enables marketing tracking when consent is given 1 year
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and builds audiences 3 months
_gcl_au Google Ads - conversion tracking 3 months

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted partners to help us with:

  • Google Analytics: To analyse website traffic and user behaviour
  • Google Ads: To measure advertising effectiveness and deliver targeted ads
  • Facebook Pixel: To track conversions from Facebook advertisements
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag: To measure campaign performance and gather insights
  • YouTube: When embedded videos are present on our pages

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your browsing activities across different websites over time.

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential Site Functions: To enable core website functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility
  • Performance Monitoring: To understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve usability
  • Personalisation: To remember your preferences and provide a customised experience
  • Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness
  • Communication: To remember your communication preferences and contact details
  • Course Progress: To track your progress through our online courses and maintain your learning state

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

6.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Accept only necessary cookies
  • Customise your cookie preferences

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set up notifications when cookies are being sent

Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

For analytics and advertising cookies, you can also use these opt-out tools:

  • Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Google Ads Settings
  • Facebook Ad Preferences
  • Your Online Choices

7. Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

  • You may need to re-enter information more frequently
  • Some personalisation features may not work
  • Course progress tracking may be affected
  • Form submissions may not work correctly
  • You may see less relevant advertising
  • We may not be able to remember your communication preferences

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function, but you can block them through your browser settings (though this may prevent the website from working properly).

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

  • Our use of cookies
  • Legal requirements
  • Technical developments
  • Business practices

When we make significant changes, we will notify you by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending email notifications to registered users (for material changes)
  • Displaying a notice on our website

9. Legal Basis

Our use of cookies is based on:

  • Necessary Cookies: Legitimate interest in providing website functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Your consent and our legitimate interest in improving our services
  • Marketing Cookies: Your explicit consent

You can withdraw your consent at any time through our cookie preference centre or by contacting us directly.

10. Contact Us

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

Strom Peak

Address:
5 Church Croft, Bramshall
Uttoxeter ST14 5DE
United Kingdom

Phone: +44 7737 540761

Email: [email protected]

Cookie Queries: [email protected]

For questions specifically about cookies and tracking technologies, we will respond within 30 days of receiving your enquiry.

This Cookie Policy is effective as of 22nd July 2025 and replaces any previous versions.

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