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Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 2025. This policy explains how People Initiative Foundation uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, analyse how you use the site, and provide a better experience. Cookies cannot run programmes or deliver viruses to your device.

How We Use Cookies

Types of cookies we use

We use a small number of carefully selected cookies to operate our website, understand how it is used, and improve your experience. We do not use cookies for advertising or to track you across other websites.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Always Active

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Session management and security tokens

User authentication state

Cookie consent preferences

Load balancing and server routing

Retention period: Session / up to 12 months

Analytics & Performance Cookies

Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to improve the structure and content of our pages.

Page views and session duration

Traffic sources and referral paths

Click patterns and scroll depth

Error and performance monitoring

Retention period: Up to 26 months

Functional Cookies

Optional

Functional cookies enable enhanced features and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Language and region preferences

Accessibility settings

Embedded media players (videos, maps)

Live chat and support widgets

Retention period: Up to 12 months

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You are in control of the cookies placed on your device.

Browser Settings

Use your browser's privacy or security settings to block, allow, or delete cookies at any time.

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our site, you can accept or decline optional cookies via our consent banner.

Opt-Out Links

For third-party analytics services, you may also opt out directly through their provided opt-out tools.

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

How do I manage or disable cookies?

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Visit your browser's help section for guidance. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Do you use third-party cookies?

We may use third-party services such as analytics providers that set their own cookies. These are governed by the respective third-party privacy policies. We do not sell data collected via cookies to any third party.

What happens if I withdraw consent?

You may withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site to update your preferences. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Are cookies used to track me across other websites?

We do not use cross-site tracking cookies for advertising purposes. Any analytics cookies we use are scoped to the People Initiative Foundation website only.

How often is this policy updated?

We review and update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our services. The date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

Questions about our Cookie Policy?

If you have any questions or concerns about how we use cookies, please contact our team. We are committed to transparency and will respond within 48 hours.