Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how Willow Bend Academy (“we”, “our”, “the Academy”) uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the proper functioning of the website, improve user experience, and analyze website performance. By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device, remember your preferences, improve browsing experiences, and provide analytical data. Cookies do not contain personal data such as names or addresses. However, they may be linked to information stored in other systems.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Willow Bend Academy uses the following categories of cookies:

  • Essential Cookies – These cookies are necessary for the proper operation of the website. They enable navigation, security, and access to certain features. You cannot disable essential cookies.
  • Functional Cookies – These cookies allow the website to remember your choices, such as language preferences, accessibility settings, and previously selected options.
  • Performance & Analytics Cookies – These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website, which pages are visited most often, how long users stay on specific sections, and any issues they encounter. This data helps us improve the website experience.
  • Security Cookies – These cookies are used to protect the website from malicious activity, unauthorized access, and fraudulent behavior. They also help maintain stable site performance.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several important reasons, including but not limited to:

  • Ensuring the website loads and functions correctly.
  • Remembering user preferences and settings.
  • Improving navigation and overall user experience.
  • Monitoring website performance and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Enhancing security and preventing harmful activity.
  • Understanding how our content is accessed and used.

4. How Long Cookies Are Stored

Some cookies are temporary and expire once you leave the website (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them (persistent cookies). The duration depends on the specific cookie and its purpose.

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third-party services to use cookies on our website for analytics, performance measurements, or embedded features. These third parties may collect anonymous data about your browsing activity on our website. We do not control the cookies used by third parties, nor how they handle collected data.

6. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You can control, limit, or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View which cookies are stored on your device.
  • Delete cookies manually or automatically.
  • Block cookies from specific websites.
  • Disable all cookies (not recommended, as this may break essential website features).

If you disable certain cookies, some parts of the Willow Bend Academy website may not function properly, and your browsing experience may be affected.

7. Consent to Use Cookies

When you first visit our website, a banner may appear asking you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. By selecting “Accept”, you consent to the use of functional and analytical cookies. Essential cookies will always remain active, as they are required for the site to operate.

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Cookies Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage users to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, you may contact us directly through our website’s contact form or via the information provided in the footer section.