1. Who we are
The IFPC means The Institute for Public Clarity.
For the purposes of this Cookie Policy, “we”, “us” and “our” refer to The IFPC, The Institute for Public Clarity.
2. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies may also store or access information on your device, including pixels, scripts, local storage, session storage and embedded third-party tools.
Cookies can help a website function properly, remember settings, improve security, measure basic usage, or support external services such as videos, maps, analytics or social media features.
3. How The IFPC may use cookies
The IFPC website may use cookies or similar technologies for the following purposes:
- to make the website work properly;
- to support website security and stability;
- to remember cookie choices or basic display preferences;
- to understand how the website is used, where analytics are enabled;
- to support embedded content, such as videos, maps, forms or social media content, where used;
- to improve website performance and usability.
4. Types of cookies we may use
| Type of cookie | Purpose | Consent position |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary cookies | These are needed for the website to work properly, support security, remember cookie choices or provide a service requested by the visitor. | These may be used without consent, but visitors should still be told about them. |
| Preference cookies | These may remember choices such as display settings, accessibility choices or other preferences. | Consent may be required unless the cookie is clearly necessary for a service requested by the visitor. |
| Analytics cookies | These help us understand how visitors use the website, such as which pages are visited and whether pages are working as expected. | Consent is normally required unless an applicable exemption applies. |
| Embedded content cookies | These may be set by third-party services, such as videos, maps, forms, social media content or external tools embedded on the website. | Consent may be required depending on the technology and purpose. |
| Marketing or tracking cookies | These may be used to track visitors across websites or support advertising, profiling or behavioural measurement. | The IFPC does not intend to use these unless clearly stated and consent has been obtained where required. |
5. Strictly necessary cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are cookies that are essential for the website to function or to provide a service requested by the visitor.
These may include cookies used for security, page loading, form operation, cookie preference storage or basic website functions.
You can usually block these cookies through your browser settings, but parts of the website may not work properly if you do so.
6. Analytics cookies
If analytics are used, they may help The IFPC understand general website use, such as which pages are visited, how visitors move through the website and whether pages are performing properly.
Analytics information should be used in a way that is proportionate and does not collect more information than needed.
Where analytics cookies require consent, they should not be set unless you have agreed to them.
7. Third-party cookies and embedded services
Some pages may include content or tools provided by third parties. This could include embedded videos, maps, forms, social media content, analytics services or security tools.
Third-party services may set their own cookies or use similar technologies. The IFPC does not control all cookies set by third parties.
You should read the privacy and cookie information provided by any third-party service where relevant.
8. Cookie consent
Where consent is required, the website should ask for your consent before setting non-essential cookies.
Consent should be freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous. It should involve a clear positive action, such as selecting an option or pressing an acceptance button.
Continuing to use the website should not, by itself, be treated as consent to non-essential cookies.
9. Managing your cookie choices
You may be able to manage cookie choices through a cookie banner, cookie settings panel or similar tool, where one is provided on the website.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block cookies, delete existing cookies or receive warnings before cookies are placed.
If you block or delete cookies, some parts of the website may not work properly.
10. How long cookies last
Cookies may be session cookies or persistent cookies.
- Session cookies usually last only while your browser is open and are deleted when you close it.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
The exact duration depends on the purpose of the cookie and the settings used by the website or third-party service.
11. Personal information and cookies
Some cookies or similar technologies may involve the collection or use of personal information, especially where analytics, embedded services, tracking tools or third-party technologies are used.
Where personal information is processed, The IFPC’s Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used and protected.
12. External websites
The IFPC website may link to external websites. This Cookie Policy does not apply to external websites.
External websites may use their own cookies or similar technologies. You should read their own cookie and privacy information before using them.
13. Changes to this Cookie Policy
The IFPC may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.
The latest version will be published on this website with the updated date shown on the page.
14. Contact
Questions about this Cookie Policy should be sent using the contact details or contact form provided on this website.