Cookies Policy
Last modified: April 15, 2024
Introduction
Akhirah Foundation (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://akhirahfoundation.org.uk/ (“our website”) to ensure the site works properly, to improve your browsing experience, and to analyse how visitors use our website.
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences at any time.
What Are Cookies?
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Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions, preferences, and improve your browsing experience. Some cookies are essential for the website to function, while others help us improve content and understand visitor behaviour.
Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the website to function correctly. They help with basic features such as:
Security and fraud prevention
Remembering cookie consent
Website performance and server load balancing
These do not require your consent.
b) Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how you use our website—for example, which pages you visit, how long you stay, and what you interact with.
We mainly use:
Google Analytics (IP anonymised)
Internal tracking for user behaviour (if applicable)
We use this data to improve content, accessibility, and user experience.
c) Functionality Cookies
These allow the website to remember your preferences such as:
Region or language selection
Form autofill
Video player settings
d) Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party integrations such as:
Embedded YouTube videos
Donation/payment gateways
Social media share buttons
Google Maps embeds
These services may set their own cookies when you interact with them. We have no control over these cookies and recommend reviewing the relevant third-party policies.
Cookies We Typically Use
Below is a general list (you may adjust based on your actual setup):
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
cookieyes-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | Essential | 1 year |
_ga | Google Analytics – visitor tracking | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics – session tracking | Analytics | 24 hours |
PHPSESSID | Maintains session state | Essential | Session |
__cf_bm | Cloudflare security & bot management | Essential | 30 minutes |
yt-player-* | YouTube embedded video preferences | Third-party | Persistent |
Legal Basis & Consent
Under the UK GDPR and PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations), we must:
✔ Inform you about the cookies we use
✔ Explain their purpose
✔ Obtain explicit consent before using non-essential cookies
When you first visit our website, you can choose to Accept, Reject, or Customise your cookie preferences.
You can change these preferences at any time via the “Cookie Settings” button on our site.
Managing Cookies
Via our website
You can update your cookie choices through the cookie banner or via Cookie Settings on our website.
Via your browser
You can block or delete cookies directly from your browser settings. For example:
Chrome
Safari
Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Please note: disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Services We Use
Our website may use third-party services including but not limited to:
YouTube (video embedding)
Google Analytics
Payment/donation platforms (PayPal, Stripe, CAF, etc.)
These third parties may process data according to their own Privacy Policies. We recommend reviewing their terms separately.
Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect:
Changes in cookie usage
Legal or regulatory updates
New website features or integrations
Updated versions will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us: