Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how The Uncommitted Photographer ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It sets out what cookies are, which types we use, why we use them, and how you can manage or withdraw your consent.

  1. What are cookies? Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit websites. They store information about your visit, such as preferences and settings, and can help websites function, remember choices, and provide analytics or advertising. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage; for simplicity we refer to all of these as "cookies" in this policy.

  2. Legal basis We process personal data through cookies under UK data protection law (the UK General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act 2018). Some cookies are necessary for the operation of the site and are processed on the basis of our legitimate interests. Non-essential cookies (such as analytics and marketing) are deployed only where you have given informed consent, except where otherwise permitted by law.

  3. Types of cookies we use

  • Strictly necessary cookies: These are essential for the website to operate and cannot be switched off in our systems. They enable functions such as page navigation, secure areas, and shopping basket functionality. They do not require your consent.

  • Performance and analytics cookies: These collect information about how visitors use the site (pages visited, time spent, errors) to help us improve performance. Data is aggregated and may be processed on the basis of consent.

  • Functional cookies: These allow the site to remember choices you make (such as language or region) and provide enhanced, personalised features. Use of these cookies requires consent where they process personal data beyond what is strictly necessary.

  • Advertising and targeting cookies: These are used to deliver adverts relevant to you and your interests, to limit the number of times you see an ad, and to measure campaign effectiveness. They may track your browsing across websites and require your consent.

  1. Third-party cookies We may allow third-party service providers (for example analytics providers, social media platforms and advertising networks) to set cookies on your device through our site. These providers operate under their own privacy and cookie policies; we are not responsible for their practices. Where third parties process personal data, we take steps to ensure they provide sufficient protection in line with UK data protection law.

  2. Cookie duration Cookies may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored on your device for a set period). The duration depends on the purpose and the provider. Specific cookie names, purposes and durations are provided in our Cookie Table below.

  3. Managing cookies and withdrawing consent

  • Consent: On your first visit we will present a cookie banner asking for your consent to non-essential cookies. You may accept all, reject non-essential cookies, or select which categories you consent to.

  • Change preferences: You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by using the cookie preference link in the website footer or within the cookie banner.

  • Browser controls: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via their settings. If you disable cookies, some features of this site may not function properly.

  • Opt-outs: For advertising-related cookies, some third parties provide opt-out tools or industry opt-out mechanisms. See the relevant third-party provider's policy for details.

  1. Your rights Under UK data protection law you have rights in relation to personal data processed through cookies, including the right to access, rectification, restriction, erasure, objection and data portability. Where processing relies on consent, you also have the right to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise your rights, contact us using the details in section 10.

  2. Changes to this policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology or our services. We will indicate the date of the latest revision at the top of this page. Where we make material changes to cookie use that require fresh consent, we will seek it in accordance with the law.

  3. Cookie table (examples) The list below shows common categories of cookies we use. Actual cookies may change; the cookie preference tool provides the most up-to-date list.

  • Name: session_id (example) Purpose: Strictly necessary for session management and secure access. Duration: Session Provider: The Uncommitted Photographer

  • Name: _ga, _gid (example) Purpose: Performance/analytics to distinguish users and measure site usage. Duration: 24 hours to 2 years Provider: Analytics provider

  • Name: language_pref (example) Purpose: Functional, remembers language selection. Duration: 1 year Provider: The Uncommitted Photographer

  • Name: ads_tracking (example)