Last updated: 22 September 2024
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).
Reed Path uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how visitors interact with our website. We use both first-party cookies (set by our domain) and may use third-party cookies (set by external services).
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie preference choice | 1 year |
| sessionId | Maintains your session state when logged in | Session |
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for site operation.
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences or selected course.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| selectedCourse | Remembers your course selection during enrolment | Session |
| userPreferences | Stores display preferences and accessibility settings | 6 months |
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| analyticsId | Anonymous visitor tracking for site improvement | 2 years |
| pageViews | Counts page visits to understand popular content | 30 days |
In addition to cookies, we use browser localStorage to store certain preferences locally on your device. Unlike cookies, this data is not transmitted to our servers with each request.
LocalStorage items we use:
LocalStorage data persists until manually cleared through your browser settings or our website controls.
We may use services provided by third parties that set their own cookies. These include:
Third-party cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of these external services. We recommend reviewing their policies for details on their cookie usage.
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and the banner will not reappear unless you clear your browser data.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
Most web browsers allow control over cookies through settings. Typical options include:
Please note that blocking cookies may affect website functionality, including your ability to enrol in courses or access certain features.
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not track users across third-party websites and therefore DNT settings do not affect our limited cookie usage.
You can use our website with cookies disabled, but certain features may not function optimally:
Strictly necessary cookies required for basic site operation will still function even if you reject optional cookies.
We may update this cookie policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. The "last updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
Material changes will be communicated through a notice on our website. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
For questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Reed Path Education, 42 Broadwick Street, London W1F 7AF, United Kingdom