Cookie Policy (UK) - London School of Medical & Health Sciences

Cookie Policy

At the London School of Medical and Health Sciences (LSMHS), we use cookies to enhance your experience on our website and to ensure the website functions effectively. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. This Cookies Policy explains what types of cookies we use, how they operate, and how you can manage or disable them if desired.

Cookie Policy

What are cookies?

According to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), a cookie is “a small file of letters and numbers that gets downloaded to your computer when you visit a website.” Cookies are widely used by websites for various purposes, such as remembering your preferences, tracking items in your shopping cart, and measuring the number of visitors to a website.

Current Cookie Legislation

On May 26, 2012, new European laws regarding the use of cookies on websites came into effect in the UK, impacting most websites. The regulations governing cookies are outlined in The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003and its amendment in 2011, with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) responsible for enforcing these rules.

The regulations also extend to similar technologies used for storing information, such as Flash cookies. Both the ICO and the International Chamber of Commerce have provided guidance on the EU cookie directive and its implementation. For further details, refer to their comprehensive guides:

London School of Medical and Health Science’s policies govern the collection, use, and storage of information obtained from cookies.

Types of Cookies

Strictly Necessary Cookies These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They typically store a unique identifier that distinguishes each user from others currently on the website, ensuring consistent and accurate service delivery.

Functionality Cookies These cookies are usually triggered by user actions but can also support services that, while not explicitly requested, are available to the user. They may also be used to avoid offering a service again that the user has previously declined.

Performance Cookies These cookies are used exclusively to enhance website performance and monitor improvements.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies These cookies store a unique identifier that tracks users’ browsing habits, or can translate stored information into a profile of preferences based on individual browsing patterns.

Cookies Set by London School of Medical and Health Sciences

Most cookies set by the London School of Medical and Health Sciences are temporary or session cookies, which are automatically removed from your browser once your session ends. These cookies are essential for delivering services during your session, and disabling them may cause parts of the website to malfunction. While we encourage you to accept these cookies for an optimal experience, you can manage or block cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are vital for the website’s functionality and are typically triggered by your actions, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Blocking these cookies may prevent parts of the site from working properly, though they do not store personally identifiable information.

Performance Cookies

Performance cookies help us monitor website traffic and measure site performance by tracking which pages are popular and how users navigate through the site. The data collected is anonymous and aggregated. Without these cookies, we will not be able to assess or improve the performance of our site.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance the website’s functionality and personalisation features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use. If disabled, some features or services on the website may not function properly.

Targeting Cookies

These cookies are placed by our advertising partners and may be used to create a profile of your interests and deliver relevant advertisements on other websites. While they do not store personal information, they track your browsing activity. Disabling these cookies will result in less targeted advertising.

Social Media Cookies

Social media cookies are set by platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube, allowing you to share content from our site. These cookies track your activity across different websites, potentially affecting the content and ads you see. If disabled, certain sharing features may not be available.

Sharing Information via Social Networks

London School of Medical & Health Science’s website may contain links to popular social networks (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, YouTube). These external sites may set their own cookies, which are outside our control. If you share links, these platforms may place cookies on your device and store information publicly. For more details on privacy and cookies used by these services, refer to their respective websites.

Clearing or Restricting Cookies

To maintain privacy, you can clear your browsing history and cookies after your session through browser settings, device options, or third-party tools. Additionally, you can configure your browser or device to restrict or block cookies by default for all or specific websites.

Mobile devices may have specific settings for managing cookies, so it’s recommended to consult your device’s user manual for guidance. Please be aware that disabling or limiting cookies might affect the functionality of certain features on the LSMHS’s website, causing them to stop working.

If you have any questions regarding privacy, the use of cookies, or other related information, please reach out to us at info@lsmhs.co.uk, or write to us at the following address:

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