Last updated: July 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website www.swalebackpainclinic.co.uk, and your choices regarding their use. By continuing to browse our website, you agree to the use of cookies in line with this policy, unless you adjust your browser settings or opt out via our cookie consent tool.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or other electronic device) when you visit our website. They help us make our website work efficiently, improve your experience, and provide information to us about how you use it.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies - deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies - stored on your device until they expire or you delete them.
- First-party cookies - set by our website.
- Third-party cookies - set by services we use (e.g., analytics or embedded content).
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for the website to function correctly (e.g., remembering your cookie preferences, enabling navigation).
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
We may use tools like Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site and improve content and functionality.
These cookies collect information in an anonymised form
3. Functionality Cookies
These enable enhanced features (e.g., remembering your location or accessibility preferences).
4. Marketing / Targeting Cookies (if applicable)
If we run online advertising or embed social media content, certain cookies may be used to deliver relevant ads or track engagement.
4. Cookies We Use
Below is an example list (update as needed for your actual setup):
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieconsent_status | Necessary | Remembers your cookie preferences | 6 months |
| _ga / _gid | Analytics (Google) | Tracks website usage for reporting | 2 years / 24 hours |
| PHPSESSID | Necessary | Maintains session state | Session |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use, such as:
- Google Analytics - website traffic and performance monitoring
- Embedded Maps / Videos - e.g., Google Maps for clinic location
Please note: Third-party providers may change their cookies over time
6. Your Cookie Choices
You can:
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies via our cookie banner.
- Change preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link (if available on the site).
- Block cookies via your browser settings - but this may affect website functionality.
For more information about controlling cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the date of update shown at the top.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Swale Back Pain Clinic
The Coach House, Syndale Park, London Road, Ospringe , Faversham Kent, ME13 0RH
Email: clinic@swalebackpainclinic.co.uk
Phone: 01795 720326