Cookie Policy
Effective Date: October 1, 2025
The Good Vibes Creators Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website TheGVC.co.uk (the “Site”).
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on the Site, in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 (as amended).
By using the Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please disable cookies in your browser or refrain from using the Site.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (e.g., computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help us recognize your device and remember preferences or actions to improve your experience. We also use similar technologies, such as pixels and web beacons, which perform similar functions.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To provide essential functionality: Ensuring the Site works as expected (e.g., maintaining your session).
- To analyze and improve the Site: Understanding how visitors use the Site to enhance performance and content.
- To personalize your experience: Remembering your preferences, such as language or login details.
- For marketing: Delivering relevant ads or tracking engagement with our content across sites.
We only place cookies after obtaining your consent where required by law, except for strictly necessary cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
We classify cookies into the following categories based on their purpose and duration:
|
Category |
Description |
Examples |
Duration |
|
Strictly Necessary |
Essential for the Site to function. Without these, core features like navigation or security would not work. |
Session ID, authentication tokens |
Session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 2 years |
|
Performance/Analytics |
Help us measure Site usage and performance to improve it. Data is anonymized where possible. |
Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) |
Up to 2 years |
|
Functional |
Allow the Site to remember choices you make (e.g., text size or preferred language) for a tailored experience. |
Preference cookies for UI settings |
Up to 1 year |
|
Targeting/Marketing |
Used to deliver personalized ads or track ad performance. These may involve third parties. |
Facebook Pixel, Google Ads (_gads) |
Up to 13 months |
You can view a full list of cookies we use, including third-party providers, in the table below.
This list may be updated periodically.
|
Cookie Name |
Provider |
Purpose |
Category |
Duration |
|
session_id |
TheGVC.co.uk |
Maintains user session |
Strictly Necessary |
Session |
|
_ga |
Google Analytics |
Distinguishes unique users |
Performance |
2 years |
|
_gid |
Google Analytics |
Tracks user behavior in a session |
Performance |
24 hours |
|
lang |
TheGVC.co.uk |
Stores language preference |
Functional |
1 year |
|
_fbp |
|
Tracks ad conversions |
Targeting |
90 days |
|
fr |
|
Delivers ads and measures performance |
Targeting |
3 months |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties whose services we use, such as analytics or advertising providers. These parties may use the data for their own purposes, subject to their own privacy policies. For example:
- Google Analytics: For traffic analysis. See Google’s privacy policy.
- Facebook Pixel: For marketing. See Facebook’s privacy policy.
We do not control these third-party cookies, but you can opt out via their tools or browser settings.
Your Cookie Choices and Controls
Consent Management
When you first visit the Site, we display a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. Your choices are stored as a cookie for future visits.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies at any time:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block, delete, or be notified about cookies. Check your browser’s help section (e.g., Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies).
- Do Not Track (DNT): We honor DNT signals where supported, but note that DNT is not universally standardized.
- Third-Party Opt-Outs:
- Google: Google Analytics Opt-Out.
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences.
- Network Advertising Initiative: Your Ad Choices.
Disabling cookies may limit Site functionality.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Data Transfers
Cookie data may be processed outside the UK (e.g., by Google in the US), using appropriate safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you via the Site and update the “Effective Date” above. Please review periodically. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy,
please contact us at: The Good Vibes Creators Ltd
Email: privacy@thegvc.co.uk
For privacy complaints, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.