This Cookie Policy explains how Balmor Compendium (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on balmor.info (“the Site”). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
A cookie is a small text file placed on your device by a website you visit. Cookies are widely used to make websites function correctly and to collect usage information. This policy describes the specific categories of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. Cookie Categories
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are essential for the Site to function. They enable core features such as security, session management, and form handling. They cannot be disabled without materially impairing the functioning of the Site.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| balmor_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 12 months |
| PHPSESSID | Standard PHP session identifier | Session |
Analytics Cookies
Consent RequiredAnalytics cookies collect anonymised information about how visitors use the Site — for example, which pages are visited most often and how visitors navigate between pages. This helps us understand how the Site is used and improve the editorial content and structure. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics provider | Anonymised page view and session data | Up to 24 months |
Third-Party Embedded Content
Consent RequiredThe contact page embeds a Google Maps iframe. When this iframe loads, Google may set its own cookies or collect usage data as described in Google's Cookie Policy. We do not control these third-party cookies. If you wish to avoid them, you can view our address details without interacting with the embedded map.
2. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit the Site, a cookie consent banner is displayed. You may choose to accept all cookies, accept selected categories, or accept only strictly necessary cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” in the footer of any page.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies. Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect the functioning of the Site. Common browser guides:
- —Google Chrome: Settings › Privacy and Security › Cookies and other site data
- —Mozilla Firefox: Settings › Privacy & Security › Cookies and Site Data
- —Safari: Preferences › Privacy › Manage Website Data
- —Microsoft Edge: Settings › Cookies and site permissions
3. Opt-Out of Analytics
You may opt out of analytics cookies at any time by declining them in the cookie consent banner or by using the Cookie Settings link in the footer. Opting out of analytics does not affect your ability to read content on the Site.
You may also use browser extensions such as Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on if you wish to prevent analytics data collection across the web, not just on this Site.
4. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as the Site's use of cookies changes or as legal requirements change. The date of the most recent revision appears at the top of this page. If we make significant changes, we will display a notice on the Site.
5. Contact
For questions regarding cookies or this policy, write to us at [email protected] or by post to: Balmor Compendium, 57 Gray's Inn Road, London WC1X 8NP, United Kingdom.