Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how HERNE BAY DOMESTICS LIMITED (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the website for the Digital Discipline and Expense Control educational webinar series, operated under the Maple Expert Sessions project.

We are committed to transparency about the technologies we use. This policy provides detailed information about the types of cookies we use, their purpose, and how you can manage your preferences.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be “session cookies” (which are deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Our website uses only the following categories of cookies:

Technical Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of the website. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your cookie consent preferences. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Cookie Purpose Duration
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preference 1 year
session_id Maintains your browsing session Session

Analytical Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous, aggregated data. This information is used solely to improve the website’s structure and content. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytical cookies.

Cookie Purpose Duration
_analytics Tracks anonymous page view statistics 30 days
_session_analytics Collects anonymous session-level data Session

4. Cookies We Do NOT Use

We want to be clear about the types of cookies and tracking technologies that are not used on our website:

  • Advertising cookies — we do not serve ads or use advertising networks
  • Retargeting cookies — we do not track you across other websites
  • Marketing tracking cookies — we do not use marketing automation or tracking tools
  • Social media tracking pixels — we do not embed social media tracking technologies
  • Third-party profiling cookies — we do not allow third parties to profile our visitors

5. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears at the bottom of the screen. The banner provides three options:

  • Accept — consents to all cookies described in this policy (technical and analytical)
  • Settings — allows you to review cookie categories before making a decision
  • Decline — rejects all non-essential cookies (only strictly necessary technical cookies will be used)

Your preference is stored in a cookie on your device and remembered for subsequent visits. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the website.

6. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

In addition to using our cookie consent banner, you can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View which cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete individual cookies or all cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies from being set
  • Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set

Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our website and other websites you visit. Strictly necessary cookies are required for the basic operation of our website.

7. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, our website uses the browser’s localStorage feature to store your cookie consent preference. This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear localStorage through your browser’s developer tools or by clearing your browsing data.

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Related Policies

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to:

  • Privacy Policy — details on data collection, usage, and your rights
  • Terms of Use — conditions governing your use of the website and webinar series

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

HERNE BAY DOMESTICS LIMITED
158 High Street, Herne Bay
KENT, CT6 5NP
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 1227 374882