Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
This Cookie Policy explains how Al Hikmah Institute Crawley ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Keep you signed in to the parent portal
- Remember your preferences (like dark mode settings)
- Understand how you use our website to improve it
- Ensure the website functions properly and securely
- Analyze visitor behavior and website performance
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-access-token | Authentication (login) | 1 hour |
| sb-refresh-token | Session management | 30 days |
| csrf-token | Security protection | Session |
3.2 Functionality Cookies (Preferences)
These cookies remember your preferences and choices.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme-preference | Dark/light mode setting | 1 year |
| language-pref | Language selection | 1 year |
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Performance)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics (visitor tracking) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics (session data) | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics (user ID) | 24 hours |
We use Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior. Google Analytics collects anonymized information about page visits, time spent, and navigation patterns. Learn more at Google's Privacy Policy.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages:
Google Analytics
Used for website analytics and visitor statistics.
Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
5. How to Control Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Delete all cookies from your browser
- Block all cookies
- Allow only certain cookies
- Be notified when cookies are set
⚠️ Important Note
Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from logging in to the parent portal or cause parts of the website not to function properly.
5.2 Browser Instructions
To manage cookies in your browser:
5.3 Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
Download Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on6. Cookies on Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through your browser app settings:
iPhone/iPad (Safari)
Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
Android (Chrome)
Chrome app → Settings → Site settings → Cookies
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you don't want to be tracked. However, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to these signals. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings as described above.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- The cookies we use
- Legal requirements
- Our website functionality
Please check this page regularly to stay informed. The "Last updated" date at the top shows when the policy was last revised.
9. Related Policies
For more information about how we protect your privacy:
10. Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Contact Us
This Cookie Policy was last updated in December 2024 and complies with UK GDPR requirements.