Cookies Policy

Who We Are

Every family has a story worth discovering.

 

Search The Records was created to make family history simple, affordable, and open to everyone.

 

We believe that exploring your past shouldn’t be confusing or expensive, it should be something anyone can do, at their own pace, with clarity and confidence, and without being tied into expensive subscriptions.

Cookies Policy

Last Updated: [Insert Date]


1. INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy explains how Search The Records Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website (“the Service”).

It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal data.


2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website.

They are widely used to:

  • Make websites work efficiently

  • Improve user experience

  • Provide analytics and insights

  • Remember your preferences


3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

We use the following categories of cookies:


3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Service.

They enable core functionality such as:

  • Account login

  • Security and authentication

  • Page navigation

  • Payment processing

Without these cookies, the Service cannot function properly.

These cookies do not require your consent.


3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Service.

They collect information such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Errors encountered

This data is aggregated and anonymised where possible.

We use this information to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Enhance user experience

  • Identify technical issues


3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Service to remember your preferences, such as:

  • Search filters

  • Language settings

  • Login status

They improve your experience but are not essential.


3.4 Advertising & Marketing Cookies (if applicable)

These cookies may be used to:

  • Deliver relevant advertisements

  • Track effectiveness of campaigns

  • Limit repeated ads

We will only use these cookies if applicable and with your consent.


4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services we use, such as:

  • Analytics providers

  • Payment processors

  • Embedded content (e.g. videos, maps)

These third parties may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

We do not control these cookies.


5. HOW WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly

  • Maintain secure user sessions

  • Save user preferences

  • Analyse usage patterns

  • Improve our Service over time


6. COOKIE CONSENT

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Manage your preferences

You may change your preferences at any time via:

[Insert “Cookie Settings” link or footer button]


7. MANAGING COOKIES

You can also control cookies through your browser settings.

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device

  • Delete cookies

  • Block cookies entirely

Please note:

Blocking cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.


8. COOKIE RETENTION

Cookies may remain on your device for different periods:

  • Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser

  • Persistent cookies: remain until they expire or are deleted

Retention periods vary depending on the purpose of the cookie.


9. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.


10. CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Search The Records Ltd
[Insert Address]
[Insert Email Address]
[Insert Website URL]


11. MORE INFORMATION

For further guidance on cookies and your rights, you can visit: