— Cookie Policy —
Effective date: 1 April 2026
Provider: Ben Newton (“BN Freelance”, “we”, “us”, “our”)
Location: United Kingdom
Contact: ben@bnewton.co.uk
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, remember preferences, and provide insight into how the site is used.
Some cookies are essential for the website to operate, while others are used for analytics or third-party functionality.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- to ensure the website functions correctly
- to manage sessions (such as WordPress login functionality)
- to understand how visitors use the website
- to improve performance and user experience
- to help monitor traffic and prevent abuse
We do not use cookies for intrusive advertising or behavioural profiling.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for core functionality of the website and cannot be disabled.
Examples include:
- WordPress login and session cookies
- security and basic functionality cookies
Functional & Interface Storage
In addition to cookies, this website may use browser-based storage technologies (such as session storage) to support the functionality and user experience of the site.
For example, this may be used to temporarily remember interface states — such as whether certain visual elements or animations have already been shown — in order to prevent unnecessary repetition and improve usability.
This storage:
- exists only for the duration of your browsing session
- does not identify you personally
- is not used for analytics, tracking, or advertising
- is not shared with third parties
This functionality is strictly necessary for the operation and presentation of the website. It does not track users across sessions or websites and may be used regardless of your cookie preferences.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the website.
These cookies may collect information such as:
- pages visited
- time spent on pages
- referring websites
- device and browser information
This data is used in an aggregated and anonymised way to improve the website.
We only collect this data if you explicitly give your consent by accepting cookies.
Referral & Link Tracking
Some links on this website use referral or redirect mechanisms (for example, custom short links such as monzo.bnewton.co.uk) to direct users to third-party services.
When these links are used:
- we may record that a link was clicked (for example via analytics or server logs such as AWStats)
- third-party services may independently track referrals or actions after you leave this website
This helps us understand which resources are useful and, where applicable, allows referral commissions to be correctly attributed.
Third-Party Cookies
When you visit external websites or services via links on this site, those third-party services may set their own cookies.
We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the relevant third-party privacy policies where applicable.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to:
- view stored cookies
- delete cookies
- block cookies entirely
- restrict cookies from specific websites
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect how the website functions.
5. Cookie Consent
Where required, non-essential cookies (such as analytics cookies) are only set after you provide consent via the website’s cookie consent mechanism.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or interacting with the consent controls.
6. Changes to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time.
The effective date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised.
7. Contact
For questions about this Cookie Policy, contact:
Ben Newton
BN Freelance
Email: ben@bnewton.co.uk
