1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies typically contain:

• The name of the website from which the cookie has come
• The ‘lifetime’ of the cookie (how long it remains on your device)
• A unique identifier (usually a randomly generated number)

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies on our website:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure areas, and form submission. Without these cookies, some parts of our website would not work.

These cookies do not require your consent.

Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether visitors receive error messages. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous.

We use these cookies to:

• Understand how visitors interact with our website
• Identify which content is most valuable to our audience
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Detect and diagnose technical issues

Example: Google Analytics cookies

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or cookie consent preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.

Example: Cookies that remember your login details (when user accounts are implemented)

Targeting/Marketing Cookies (Future Implementation)

We may use marketing cookies in the future to track your activity across websites and deliver targeted advertising. These cookies may be set by third-party advertising networks.

Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads conversion tracking

3. Specific Cookies Used on Our Website

Below is a detailed list of cookies currently in use or planned for future implementation:

Google Analytics

Provider: Google LLC

Purpose: To analyse website traffic and user behaviour

Cookies Used:

• _ga: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 2 years)
• _gid: Distinguishes users (expires after 24 hours)
• _gat: Throttles request rate (expires after 1 minute)

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

YouTube (Embedded Videos)

Provider: Google LLC

Purpose: To enable video playback and track video engagement

Cookies Used:

• VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE: Measures bandwidth and tracks views
• YSC: Stores unique session ID
• GPS: Tracks location for mobile devices

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Facebook Pixel (Future Implementation)

Provider: Meta Platforms, Inc.

Purpose: To track conversions from Facebook ads and create custom audiences

Cookies Used:

• _fbp: Stores and tracks visits across websites

Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation

Cookie Consent Banner

Purpose: To remember your cookie preferences

Cookie Name: cookie_consent

Duration: 1 year

4. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options for managing and controlling cookies:

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the ‘Cookie Settings’ link in the footer of our website.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• View and delete individual cookies

To find out how to manage cookies in your browser, please consult your browser’s help documentation:

• Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop
• Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
• Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge
• Opera: https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies

Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

You can also manage cookies and advertising preferences through these independent resources:

• Your Online Choices (EU): youronlinechoices.com
• All About Cookies: allaboutcookies.org

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly or may not be accessible to you. For example:

• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Certain features or content may not be available

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

• Email: contact@projectgerar.com
• Website: www.projectgerar.com

Last Updated: February 2026