Last updated: 13/11/2025
Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Compliance Church (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://compliance.church (“the Website”).
By continuing to browse or use our Website, you agree that we can store and access cookies as described in this policy.
If you do not wish to accept cookies, you should disable them using your browser settings or refrain from using our Website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device when you visit a website. They help the site function correctly and provide information to the website owner.
Cookies can be:
Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies – remain until they expire or are manually deleted.
First-party cookies – placed by our Website.
Third-party cookies – placed by other organisations through features integrated into our Website.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes, as outlined below.
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, security features, and accessibility.
Without these cookies, certain parts of the Website may not function correctly.
Examples include:
Session management and load balancing
Authentication and login persistence
Security (e.g., protection against spam or misuse)
Legal basis: Our legitimate interest in providing a secure and functional website (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR).
b. Performance and 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 from web pages.
This helps us improve our Website’s performance and usability. Data collected is aggregated and anonymised.
Examples include:
Google Analytics or similar services (tracking website traffic and interactions)
Internal analytics tools used to improve user experience
Legal basis: Legitimate interest in analysing and improving our Website (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR).
We do not use these cookies to identify individuals.
c. Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as language or region) and provide enhanced, personalised features.
Examples include:
Saving login details or form preferences
Remembering user interface settings
Legal basis: Legitimate interest in providing a user-friendly and customised experience.
d. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services integrated into our Website, such as:
Embedded video platforms (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo)
Social media integrations (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook sharing buttons)
Analytics and marketing services (e.g., Google, Meta)
We do not control these cookies. Third-party providers may use them for their own purposes, including profiling and advertising across the web.
You can learn more about their use of cookies by visiting their respective cookie or privacy policies.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
Our Website does not currently offer an on-site tool to manage or disable cookies.
However, you can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Instructions for popular browsers are available here:
Please note: disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Website.
Data Retention
Cookies are retained on your device for different lengths of time depending on their purpose:
Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies: remain for a set period or until you delete them (typically no longer than 13 months).
Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, technology, or our practices.
Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our approach to privacy, please contact:
Compliance Church
Email:support@compliance.church