Legal
Cookie Policy
What cookies we use, why we use them and how you can control them. Last updated January 2026.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time. .
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They let sites remember your actions and preferences, and measure how the site is used. We also use similar technologies such as local storage and tracking pixels — the same rules apply.
2. How we categorise cookies
- Essential — required for the site to work. Always active, no consent needed.
- Analytics — help us understand how the site is used.
- Marketing — measure campaigns and support remarketing.
- Functional — enable embedded content such as maps and video.
3. Cookies we use
| Name | Provider | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| embrace.cookie-consent.v1 | embracestudio.co.uk | Essential | Remembers your cookie preferences so we don't ask again on every page. | 12 months |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Analytics | Aggregated statistics about how the site is used (pages, sessions, devices). | Up to 13 months |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics reporting. | 24 hours |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Marketing | Measures ad conversions and campaign performance. | 3 months |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook / Instagram) | Marketing | Measures ad performance and enables remarketing via Meta Pixel. | 3 months |
| Google Maps / YouTube embeds | Functional | Loads embedded maps and videos and their supporting cookies. | Session — 2 years |
Non-essential cookies are only set once you have accepted the relevant category. Google trackers are configured using Google Consent Mode v2.
4. Managing your choices
Use the Cookie Settings link in the footer of any page to change or withdraw your consent. You can also delete cookies from your browser settings.
5. Contact
Data-protection enquiries: info@embracestudio.co.uk.