Cookies and similar technologies
Cookies store small pieces of information on a device. Similar technologies include browser storage and embedded content that connects your browser to another service. This page explains the custom website functionality and the choices available to you.
How this website is configured
| Function | Purpose and behaviour | Your control |
|---|---|---|
| Website delivery and security | Hosting and network services deliver pages and protect connections. They may use essential technical information or service cookies. | Browser controls are available, though blocking essential functions can affect delivery. |
| Analytics and advertising | The custom site contains no analytics scripts, advertising pixels or behavioural marketing integrations. | No analytics or advertising preference is required for the current configuration. |
| Google Maps | Optional map frames connect to Google and may use Google's cookies or similar technologies. They are not loaded automatically. | Use the map permission prompt, or leave maps unloaded. |
| Enquiry form, search and gallery | These functions run in the page. The custom code does not save entries or preferences in cookies or local storage. | Form contents are passed to your email application only when you choose to prepare an email. |
Optional map permission
Selecting a map button opens a permission prompt. Choosing “Allow Google Maps” permits maps on the current page and connects to Google when a map is loaded. Permission is kept only in page memory: reloading or opening another page requires a new choice. Declining keeps the embedded maps unloaded.
Withdraw permission
Use the settings control and choose “Block maps and remove loaded maps”. This removes embedded map frames from the current page and prevents further map loading unless you allow it again. It cannot undo information already sent to Google or remove cookies Google has already set. Use your browser controls to manage existing cookies.
Google and other external links
Google's handling of embedded content is described in its privacy policy and cookie information. Opening an ordinary external link is a separate choice and is governed by the destination site's settings.
Changes and questions
If analytics, advertising or other optional technologies are added, the notice and controls need to be updated before those technologies are activated. For questions, contact nawilliams@gmx.com. See also our privacy policy.
