Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Leicester Today uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit this website. It describes what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices available to you.
By continuing to browse or use Leicester Today, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you have disabled them via your browser or cookie settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device, remember preferences, and improve user experience.
Cookies may be set by Leicester Today (first-party cookies) or by third-party services we use (third-party cookies).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Leicester Today uses the following categories of cookies:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the website. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users encounter error messages. The information collected is aggregated and anonymised and is used to improve the performance and usability of the site.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as language preferences or region, to provide a more personalised experience.
Advertising and Affiliate Cookies
These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements and to track the effectiveness of advertising campaigns or affiliate links. They may be set by third-party advertising partners.
3. How We Use Cookies
Cookies on Leicester Today are used to:
• Ensure the website functions correctly
• Analyse traffic and user behaviour
• Improve site performance and content
• Measure the effectiveness of advertising and affiliate links
• Enhance user experience
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device when you visit Leicester Today. These third parties may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and affiliate partners.
We do not control third-party cookies. Information collected by third parties is governed by their respective privacy and cookie policies.
5. Managing and Controlling Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
• View which cookies are stored on your device
• Delete cookies individually or all at once
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this website and limit your ability to access certain features.
6. Cookie Consent
Where required by law, we use a cookie consent mechanism to allow users to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your preferences may be stored in a cookie so that your choice is remembered on future visits.
You may withdraw or change your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or revisiting the cookie preferences tool where available.
7. Data Protection and Privacy
Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable UK data protection laws, including UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or how we use cookies. Any updates will be published on this page and take effect immediately.
Continued use of the website after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on Leicester Today, please contact:
Email: info@leicestertoday.uk
Site Owner: Akshay Kumar
By using Leicester Today, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.