1. Introduction
1st Parkstone Scout Group (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and being open about how we use it. This policy explains how our website,
https://www.1stparkstone.org.uk (“the website”), uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit.
Cookies may also be set by trusted third-party services that we use to support the running of the website.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website recognise your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences.
3. What are scripts?
Scripts are pieces of code that help our website function correctly and provide interactive features. These may run on our servers or on your device.
4. What are web beacons?
Web beacons (also known as pixel tags) are small, invisible elements used to understand how visitors use our website. They help us monitor traffic and improve our online services.
5. How we use cookies
We use cookies in line with guidance from The Scout Association to ensure our website works properly, is secure, and helps us improve the experience we offer to young people, volunteers, and visitors.
5.1 Essential (functional) cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They support basic features such as page navigation and remembering your preferences. These cookies do not require your consent.
5.2 Analytics (statistics) cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. We only place these cookies with your consent.
5.3 Optional cookies (marketing/tracking)
These cookies may be used to understand browsing behaviour and improve how we communicate information. Where used, they will only be set with your permission.
5.4 Social media cookies
Our website may include content from social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and X (formerly Twitter). These services may place cookies when you interact with their content.
6. Cookie details
We use cookies to ensure the website operates effectively and to help us improve it for all users.
Cookies set by our website
The table below explains the cookies we use and why.
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Name
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Format
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Expires
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Purpose
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__ckmsg
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Numeric string
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6 months
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Records that you have seen the cookie notice
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__utma
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Numeric string
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2 years
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Google Analytics – identifies unique users
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__utmb
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Numeric string
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30 minutes
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Google Analytics – tracks session activity
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__utmc
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Alphanumeric string
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Session
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Google Analytics – manages sessions
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__utmz
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Alphanumeric string
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6 months
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Google Analytics – identifies traffic source
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__atuvc
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Alphanumeric string
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2 years
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AddThis – enables content sharing
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Third-party cookies
Some pages on our website may include content from external providers such as social media platforms or sharing tools. These providers may set their own cookies.
If you choose to share content from our website, cookies may also be set by the service you use. Please check the relevant third-party privacy and cookie policies for more information.
7. Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be asked to confirm your cookie preferences. By selecting your preferences, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time.
8. Managing cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. This allows you to delete cookies or prevent them from being set.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect how the website functions, and some features may not be available.
9. Your rights
Under data protection law, you have rights over your personal data, including the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your information. If you have concerns about how your data is used, you can contact us directly or the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
10. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
1st Parkstone Scout Group
Emerson Hall
Hermitage Road
Parkstone
Poole
BH14 0QG
