1. Introduction
Our website (referred to as “the Website”) uses cookies and similar technologies. The Website is currently built and hosted using Systeme.io, which may also set cookies or use similar technologies as part of providing its platform and services.
In this Cookie policy, we explain what cookies are, which types may be used on our Website, why they are used, and how you can control them.
2. What are cookies?
A cookie is a small, simple text file that is placed on your computer, tablet, phone or other device when you visit a website. The cookie is stored by your browser and allows the website (or a third party) to recognise your device and remember information about your visit – for example, your preferences or whether you have accepted certain settings.
3. What are scripts and similar technologies?
A script is a piece of code used to make a website function properly and interactively; it can run on our web server or on your device. Other similar technologies, such as pixels or local storage, may also be used to store or access information on your device in a way that is similar to cookies.
4. Types of cookies we may use
We group the cookies and similar technologies used on the Website into the following categories:
- Strictly necessary cookies: These are required for the Website to function properly. For example, they may be used by Systeme.io to make sure pages load correctly, keep the site secure, or remember basic form settings. You cannot refuse these cookies through our banner, but you can block them via your browser settings (although the site may not work as intended).
- Functional cookies: These help remember your choices, such as language or display preferences, to give you a more personalised experience.
- Analytics cookies: These help us (or Systeme.io) understand how visitors use the Website – for example, which pages are viewed most often – so we can improve content and usability. Where these cookies are not strictly necessary, they should only be used with your consent.
- Third-party cookies: These may be set by services embedded in or connected to our Website, such as a video player, social media link, or email campaign tracking run through Systeme.io or other tools. These cookies are controlled by the third party providing the service.
As a small volunteer-run campaign, we aim to keep the number and types of cookies we use to a minimum and to use them in a way that respects your privacy.
5. Cookies set by Systeme.io and service providers
Our Website, contact forms and mailing list are built and hosted on Systeme.io. When you visit or interact with the Website, Systeme.io may place cookies or similar technologies in order to:
- Deliver the pages and forms you see on the Website.
- Remember your preferences or session information (for example, to keep a form working correctly).
- Provide basic analytics or performance information to help us understand site usage.
- Support email sign-up forms and email delivery (including basic email open or click tracking).
These cookies and tracking technologies are subject to Systeme.io’s own privacy and cookie practices. You can find more details in Systeme.io’s documentation and legal pages.
6. Consent to non-essential cookies
Under UK law, we need your consent before placing cookies on your device that are not strictly necessary for the operation of the Website (for example, certain analytics or marketing cookies).
Where we use non-essential cookies, we will:
- Seek your consent via a banner or similar notice when you first visit the Website.
- Allow you to change your cookie preferences at any time, where the platform provides this control.
- Only use non-essential cookies once you have given your consent, where applicable.
7. Managing and deleting cookies
You can control cookies in several ways:
- Through your browser: Most web browsers allow you to view, delete and block cookies, either for a specific website or for all websites you visit. The “Help” section in your browser should tell you how to manage cookies.
- Through our banner or settings (where available): If our Systeme.io setup includes a cookie banner or preferences centre, you can use it to accept or reject categories of non-essential cookies.
Please note that if you delete or block cookies, some features of the Website may not work as expected or may become unavailable.
8. Cookies we currently use
As the Website evolves, the specific cookies in use may change (for example, if we add or remove analytics or embedded services). Broadly, the cookies we may use include:
- Cookies set by Systeme.io to operate the Website and forms (strictly necessary and functional cookies).
- Optional analytics cookies (for example, if we choose to enable built-in analytics or integrate a third-party analytics service), which help us understand how our site is used so we can improve it.
If we introduce new third-party tools that set cookies (such as embedded videos, maps or additional analytics), we will aim to update this policy and, where required, seek your consent for any non-essential cookies.
9. Your rights
Cookies can involve the processing of personal data (for example, online identifiers and usage data). For more details about your rights in relation to personal data – including your rights of access, correction, deletion and objection – please see our Privacy policy.
10. Links to other websites
The Website may contain links to external websites, such as council planning pages, news articles or social media platforms. These sites may set their own cookies and have their own cookie or privacy policies. We are not responsible for how they use cookies, and we recommend that you read their policies separately.
11. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie policy or how we use cookies and similar technologies, please contact us at:
Save Greensward Green belt
Hockley, Essex (community campaign group)
Email: info@savegreenswardgreenbelt.co.uk
12. Changes to this Cookie policy
We may update this Cookie policy from time to time, for example if we change the cookies we use, add new services to the Website, or if the law changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.