1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Selfhance uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at www.selfhance.com. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
This policy works alongside our Privacy Policy to provide a full picture of how your data is handled.
2. Who We Are
Selfhance is a UK-based platform dedicated to real, sustainable self-growth. We operate as the data controller for any personal data collected through cookies. You can contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: [Add company address if needed for compliance]
3. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size, and other display settings) over a period of time.
There are two main types of cookies:
- Session cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
Cookies can also be classified as:
- First-party cookies: Set by Selfhance.
- Third-party cookies: Set by other websites or services (e.g. Google, YouTube) whose features appear on our pages.
4. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the site functions properly (essential cookies)
- Understand how visitors interact with our content (analytics cookies)
- Enhance your browsing experience (preference cookies)
- Deliver relevant content and ads (marketing cookies)
- Enable social sharing features and embedded media (social media cookies)
5. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the site to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as filling out forms or setting privacy preferences.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. For example, we use Google Analytics to track page visits, bounce rates, and navigation patterns.
Functionality Cookies
These allow the site to remember your preferences, such as your language, location, or login status, to provide a more personalized experience.
Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These are used to show you relevant ads or content based on your browsing behavior. They also help us measure the performance of marketing campaigns.
Social Media Cookies
These cookies enable you to share content through social networks or interact with embedded features like YouTube videos or Instagram posts.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third parties that provide services or embed features like:
- Google Analytics – for anonymous performance tracking
- YouTube – for video content playback
- Facebook and Instagram – for social sharing and advertising
- Affiliate platforms – to track clicks and sales generated via partner links
These third parties may collect data independently according to their own privacy policies.
7. Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
- Cookie Banner: When you first visit Selfhance, you’ll see a banner giving you the choice to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
- Change Preferences Anytime: Visit our Cookie Settings page.
- Browser Settings: You can also delete or block cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome
- Firefox
- Safari
- Edge
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our site.
8. How Long Cookies Last
Some cookies expire as soon as you close your browser. Others may remain on your device for months or even years unless you delete them. We do not use persistent cookies beyond what is necessary.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please get in touch:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.selfhance.com