Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy for Blogwell.co.uk

Last updated: 24th July 2005 

This Cookie Policy explains how Blogwell Ltd uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website at https://blogwell.co.uk. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work or improve functionality, as well as to provide reporting information.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use both first-party (set by Blogwell) and third-party cookies (set by external services). The types of cookies we may use include:

a)

Essential Cookies

These are necessary for the website to function properly – for example, remembering your cookie preferences or enabling secure login (if applicable).

b)

Analytics Cookies

We use these to understand how visitors use the site (e.g. via Google Analytics or Plausible). This helps us improve performance and user experience.

Examples of data collected:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on site

  • Browser type

  • Referral source

These cookies do not collect personal information and are typically aggregated and anonymised.

c)

Functionality Cookies

These enhance your experience, such as remembering preferences or displaying embedded content (e.g. YouTube videos, social sharing features).

d)

Marketing & Affiliate Cookies

If we include affiliate links or display marketing banners, cookies may be used to track the source of traffic or purchases. This helps us earn small commissions and keep content free.

3. Third-Party Services That May Set Cookies

Some of the services we use which may place cookies include:

  • Google Analytics (website usage tracking)

  • Plausible Analytics (privacy-friendly analytics)

  • YouTube / Vimeo (embedded videos)

  • Mailerlite / Mailchimp (newsletter sign-up forms)

  • Affiliate Networks (e.g. Amazon, Awin)

We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third-party providers.

4. Managing Cookies

When you first visit blogwell.co.uk, you may see a cookie banner asking for your consent.

You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing cookies. Here’s how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Blocking cookies may affect how certain features of the website function.

5. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies have varying lifespans. Some are deleted automatically when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device until they expire or you delete them (persistent cookies).

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, technical, or operational reasons. When we do, we’ll update the “Last updated” date at the top.

7. Contact

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, you can contact us at:

📧 info@blogwell.co.uk