Cookies & Tracking
Cookie Policy
Clear explanation of how Stolvon uses cookies and local storage technologies, why they are used, and how you control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, or tablet when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, enhance user navigation, provide security, and supply anonymous analytical information to site operators.
This policy also covers similar local storage technologies (such as HTML5 LocalStorage and SessionStorage) used to store your privacy preferences.
2. Regulatory Framework
Under the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR, websites operating in the United Kingdom must obtain informed consent from users before placing non-essential cookies on their devices, while providing transparent information about all cookies used.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies
These cookies and storage items are indispensable for the core operation and security of the website. They enable basic functions such as page routing, network security, and storing your cookie consent decision. Because the site cannot function properly without these items, they do not require prior consent and cannot be switched off in our preference banner.
B. Analytics & Performance Cookies (Optional)
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our editorial platform. They help us understand which articles are most popular and how visitors navigate the site. All information collected is aggregated and anonymised (with IP anonymisation enabled). These cookies are only placed if you grant explicit consent.
C. Third-Party Embeds & Functional Content
Certain pages may include third-party services, such as an interactive location map on our Contact page or web fonts from Google Fonts. When these embedded resources load, the external provider may process your IP address and technical browser data according to their own privacy standards.
4. Cookie Schedule & Durations
| Identifier | Type | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
stolvon-cookie-consent |
Essential (LocalStorage) | Stolvon | Stores your cookie consent settings and choices | 12 months |
stolvon_session |
Essential (Cookie) | Stolvon | Maintains temporary technical session states and CSRF security | Session (Browser close) |
_ga / _ga_* |
Analytics (Cookie) | Google Analytics | Aggregated, anonymised traffic metrics (only active if consented) | 13 months |
5. How to Manage and Withdraw Your Consent
You can manage or change your cookie choices at any time through our on-site controls:
Alternatively, you can configure your web browser to block, disable, or delete cookies. Please refer to your browser's official documentation for instructions:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Note that blocking essential cookies may affect navigation and site stability.
6. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our technology or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted here with an updated revision date.
7. Questions & Contact
If you have questions regarding our use of cookies, please contact:
Stolvon Health Ltd
19 Donegall Square North, Belfast BT1 5GB, Northern Ireland, UK
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 028 9046 1515