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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 8th October 2025
Website: https://alttest.co.uk/gp-clinic/

 


What Are Cookies?

 

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website.
They allow websites to remember your actions, preferences, and browsing activity, helping improve functionality and personalize your experience.

Some cookies are essential for the website to work properly, while others help us improve services, measure usage, or display relevant information and advertising.

 


What Types of Cookies Does Our Website Use?

 

1. Essential or Functional Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function correctly.
They include cookies that:

  • Keep you logged in during your session.
  • Enable secure access to your account and booking forms.
  • Store your privacy and cookie preferences.

 

These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

 


2. Analytical and Performance Cookies

 

These cookies, processed by us or third parties (such as Google Analytics), help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
They collect information such as:

  • Pages visited, session duration, and click activity.
  • Browser type and traffic sources.

 

The data helps us analyse trends and improve content and user experience.

 


3. Advertising and Targeting Cookies

 

These cookies (used by us or third-party platforms like Google or Meta) help us show relevant ads and measure campaign performance.
They:

  • Record your browsing activity to tailor advertising to your interests.
  • Limit how often you see the same advert.
  • Help us evaluate our marketing effectiveness.

 

You can opt out of these cookies anytime using your browser settings or the cookie consent banner on our site.

 


4. Third-Party Cookies

 

Our website may use external services (such as Google, YouTube, or appointment booking integrations) that set cookies through our site.
These may:

  • Distinguish users and sessions.
  • Store traffic source and visitor origin.
  • Personalize advertising on partner networks.
  • Help us display embedded videos or interactive content.

 

We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties.

 


Examples of Cookies We Use

 

TypePurposeExample Duration
Session Cookie Keeps you logged in during your visit Ends when you close browser
Preference Cookie Remembers language and privacy choices 1 year
Analytical Cookie Tracks website usage (Google Analytics) 2 years
Advertising Cookie Delivers relevant ads 6 months

 


What Happens If You Do Not Authorise Cookies?

 

If you prefer not to allow cookies, you can disable them in your browser settings.
However, please note that this may affect some parts of the site—such as booking forms, logins, or video playback—causing them to function incorrectly.

 


How to Configure Cookies in Your Browser

 

Google Chrome

  1. Click the Chrome menu icon (⋮).
  2. Select SettingsPrivacy and SecurityCookies and other site data.
  3. Choose your preferred setting:
    • Allow all cookies
    • Block third-party cookies
    • Block all cookies (not recommended)

 

Microsoft Edge / Internet Explorer

  1. Go to SettingsPrivacy, search, and services.
  2. Under “Cookies and site permissions,” adjust cookie controls.

 

Mozilla Firefox

  1. Open the menu → SettingsPrivacy & Security.
  2. Under “Cookies and Site Data,” select your preference.
  3. To allow trusted sites, click Manage Exceptions.

 

Safari

  1. Go to SafariPreferencesPrivacy.
  2. Choose whether to block cookies or allow from selected sites.

 

Opera

  1. Go to SettingsPreferencesAdvancedCookies.
  2. Select your preferred cookie policy.

Please note: Browser updates may change these settings. We recommend checking your preferences regularly.


Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

 


Contact Us
For questions about our Cookie Policy or data protection practices, please contact:
📧 hello@thegpclinic.uk
📍 The GP Clinic Ltd, 124 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX

 

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