Cookie Policy for Mental Health Platform
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Mental Health Platform ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.mentalhealthplatform.ac.uk ("Website"). By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to the site owners. Cookies allow us to enhance your experience on our Website by remembering your preferences and providing personalized content.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our Website:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features. Without these cookies, certain services you have requested cannot be provided.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us improve the Website's functionality. For example, we use Google Analytics to analyse site usage.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, like watching a video or commenting on a blog.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Here are some specific cookies we use on our Website:
- _ga: A Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users and understand how they interact with our Website.
- _gid: Another Google Analytics cookie that stores information about how visitors use our Website and helps in creating analytical reports.
- _gat: A Google Analytics cookie used to throttle request rates, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic sites.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. However, please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our Website may not function properly.
- Opt-Out Tools: To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, you can visit Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: mhp@ed.ac.uk
This Cookie Policy was last updated on January 20, 2025.