Cookie Policy

Last updated: 21/06/2026

Website:www.hopecounsellingtherapies.co.uk

Business name: Hope Counselling Therapies

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Hope Counselling Therapies (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies on our website. We follow the requirements of the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), as guided by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Our aim is to be open, simple and transparent about how your information is used.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site work properly and allow certain features to function.

Some cookies are essential for the website to run. Others are optional and require your consent before they are used.

3. What Types of Cookies Do We Use?

Because this website is built on Squarespace, some essential cookies are automatically used to keep the site secure and functioning.

We do not use:

  • Google Analytics

  • Advertising or marketing cookies

  • Tracking pixels

  • Social media tracking

  • Any third‑party integrations

This means we only use strictly necessary cookies.

Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)

These cookies are required for the website to work and cannot be switched off. They do not require your consent under PECR.

They are used for:

  • Security and fraud prevention

  • Basic site functions

  • Remembering cookie preferences

  • Ensuring pages load correctly

No Optional Cookies

We do not use:

  • Analytics cookies

  • Functional cookies

  • Advertising or targeting cookies

So you will not be tracked for marketing or analysis.

4. Cookies Used on This Website

Squarespace may set the following essential cookies:

  • ss_cid — identifies unique visitors; lasts 2 years; essential first‑party cookie

  • ss_cvisit — tracks a single session; lasts 30 minutes; essential first‑party cookie

  • ss_cpvisit — tracks repeat visits; lasts 2 years; essential first‑party cookie

  • ss_cvr — visitor ID for essential site functions; lasts 2 years; essential first‑party cookie

  • ss_cvt — tracks session events; lasts 30 minutes; essential first‑party cookie

These cookies do not collect personal information that identifies you as an individual.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. You can block or delete cookies at any time by adjusting your browser preferences.

For more information, visit the ICO’s guidance on cookies:https://ico.org.uk/your-data-matters/online/cookies/

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us via email: contact@hopecounsellingtherapies.co.uk