Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enable certain features.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device when you go offline, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your web browser.
How We Use Cookies
elm-badger uses cookies for the following purposes:
- To remember your cookie consent preferences
- To analyse how visitors use our website
- To improve website functionality and user experience
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website.
We may use analytics services that set their own cookies. These cookies collect information such as which pages are visited most often, how visitors move around the site, and whether error messages are encountered.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie banner asking for your consent to use cookies. You can choose to accept or reject cookies.
You can also control and manage cookies in various ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may be helpful:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies
Withdrawing Consent
If you have previously accepted cookies, you can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies and refreshing the page. The cookie banner will appear again, allowing you to change your preferences.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly. Essential cookies are required for basic website functionality. Disabling analytics cookies means we will not be able to collect information about how you use our website, which helps us improve it.
Third-Party Cookies
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. However, if you access external links from our website, those third-party websites may set their own cookies. We have no control over these cookies and recommend you review the cookie policies of any external sites you visit.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: elm-badger Financial Management School, 47 Deansgate Mews, Manchester, M3 4LQ, United Kingdom