Cookies Policy — Roots to Rights
Last updated: Wednesday, 15 October 2025
We won’t set optional cookies (analytics/marketing/functional) unless you enable them in Cookie settings. You can change your choice at any time.
What Are Cookies?
Definition
Small text files placed on your device by a website. They can be first‑party (set by this site) or third‑party (set by others).
Types
Session cookies (deleted when the browser closes) and persistent cookies (remain for a defined period).
Similar Technologies
We also use similar technologies such as local storage and pixels; collectively referred to as “cookies”.
How We Classify Cookies
Necessary (always on)
Required for core site functions like security, network management, accessibility and storing your cookie preferences. These do not store information that directly identifies you.
Analytics (requires consent)
Help us understand site usage (e.g., pages visited, time on page) to improve performance and content. Implemented via Google Analytics with Consent Mode.
Marketing (requires consent)
Used to deliver or measure advertising, limit ad frequency and understand campaign performance. Personalisation is limited if disabled.
Functional (requires consent)
Enable enhanced features such as maps, video embeds, or chat widgets. Some features may not work properly if disabled.
Managing Your Preferences
Banner & Settings
Use the cookie banner on first visit and Cookie settings at any time thereafter to allow or deny optional categories.
Do Not Track
If your browser sends a Do Not Track (DNT) signal and you have not chosen yet, optional categories are treated as off.
Browser Controls
You can block or delete cookies via your browser. This may impact site functionality, especially for necessary cookies.
Scope of Choice
Your selection applies to this browser and device. Preferences are stored for 6 months, after which we may ask again.
Category Changes
If you disable a category you previously allowed, we will remove known cookies from that category where technically feasible, including common domain/path variants.
Cookies We Use
The exact cookie list can vary from time to time and can be found in your browser.
| Category | Cookie name (examples) | Purpose | Provider | Typical expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Necessary | cookie_prefs_v2 | Stores your cookie choices | Roots to Rights | 6 months |
| Analytics | _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat, _gcl_au | Site usage analytics (Consent Mode) | 24 hours – 2 years | |
| Marketing | _fbp, _fbc, IDE, test_cookie | Ads delivery/measurement | Meta, Google | up to 2 years |
| Functional | i18n_redirected | Language preference | Roots to Rights | up to 2 years |
Note: If you disable Analytics, Marketing, or Functional cookies, we will remove the corresponding cookies where feasible.
Third‑Party Services
Providers & Policies
Some third parties may set cookies when you use our site (e.g., Google for analytics; others for maps, chat, or video). These providers have their own privacy and cookies policies.
International Transfers
Where required, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards for international data transfers (e.g., by Google).
Changes
Policy Updates
We may update this policy and the cookie table to reflect changes in our practices or in laws/standards. We will post updates on this page and adjust the Last updated date.