Cookies Policy

Effective Date: 9th April 2025

This Cookies Policy explains how The Ark (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.thearkofficial.uk (“the Site”). By continuing to browse or use our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website function properly and provide information to the website owner to improve user experience.

Cookies can be:

Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser

Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until deleted or expired

First-Party Cookies: Set by our website

Third-Party Cookies: Set by services we use (like analytics or video embeds)

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: Enable core functionality such as security, page navigation, and accessibility. These cannot be disabled.

Performance and Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site (e.g., which pages are most viewed), so we can improve performance.

Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience.

Third-Party Cookies: May be set by embedded content or tools (such as Google Analytics, YouTube, or social media platforms).

3. Cookies We May Use

We may use the following types of cookies on our website:

Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat):
Used to collect information about how visitors use our site. This helps us improve the website experience.
Duration: Up to 2 years

Cookie Notice Accepted (cookie_notice_accepted):
Remembers if you’ve accepted our cookie policy to avoid showing the banner again.
Duration: 30 days

YouTube/Vimeo Cookies:
Set when videos are embedded on our site. These may track views, playback settings, or user preferences.
Duration: Varies by provider

Session Cookies:
Used to maintain session data, such as login or form states, while you're navigating our site.
Duration: Deleted when browser is closed

Note: Third-party cookies are controlled by their respective providers and subject to their privacy policies.

4. Managing Cookies

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

View what cookies are stored

Delete existing cookies

Block all or selected cookies

Set preferences for certain websites

For guidance, visit:

Google Chrome

Mozilla Firefox

Microsoft Edge

Safari

Please note: Disabling some cookies may impact functionality and user experience.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our operations. The date of the latest version will always be shown at the top of this page.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:

The Ark
Email: info@thearkofficial.uk
Website: www.thearkofficial.uk