Effective date: 25th February 2026

 

1. Introduction

The Centre for Christianity in Society (“CCS”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website to ensure it functions correctly, to understand how it is used, and to improve our services.

This policy explains:

• what cookies are

• which cookies we use

• how third‑party providers use cookies

• when consent is required

• how you can manage your cookie preferences

CCS complies with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Data Use and Access Act 2025 (DUAA), and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

 

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your device and remember information about your visit.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser

• Persistent cookies – stored for a set period

 

3. How CCS Uses Cookies

We use cookies to:

• enable essential website functions

• understand how visitors use our site

• remember your preferences

• improve performance and security

We do not use advertising or behavioural‑tracking cookies.

 

4. Types of Cookies We Use

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A. Necessary Cookies (no consent required)

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable:

• page navigation

• secure login

• event booking

• payment processing

• security features

Without these cookies, the site cannot operate properly.

 

B. Analytics / Statistics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.

Under DUAA, some analytics cookies may be set without consent if:

• they are strictly for aggregated statistics

• they do not identify individuals

• they do not track users across sites

Where analytics cookies collect identifiable or cross‑site data, we will request your consent.

 

C. Preference Cookies

These remember your choices, such as:

• language

• display settings

• cookie preferences

Consent is required for these cookies.

 

D. Marketing Cookies

CCS does not use marketing or advertising cookies. However, embedded third‑party content (e.g., YouTube videos) may set their own cookies. These are blocked unless you consent.

 

5. Third‑Party Cookies

We use trusted third‑party services that may set cookies when you use our site.

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Wix (Website Hosting)

Wix sets necessary and functional cookies to:

• operate the website

• maintain security

• enable payments

• provide analytics

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Google Analytics

Used to understand website usage. We configure Google Analytics to use privacy‑enhanced settings wherever possible.

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Mailchimp

Used for newsletter sign‑ups and email delivery. Mailchimp may set cookies when forms are embedded.

 

YouTube / Vimeo (if videos are embedded)

These platforms may set cookies when you play embedded videos. They are blocked until you consent.

 

6. Cookie Table

A full Cookie Table is available in pdf format by clicking here.

 

7. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies

• Reject non‑essential cookies

• Choose specific categories

We will not set non‑essential cookies unless you give explicit consent.

 

You can change your preferences at any time using the “Cookie Settings” button at the bottom left of the website.

 

8. Managing Cookies

You can:

• adjust your preferences using the “Cookie Settings” button at the bottom left of the website

• delete cookies through your browser settings

• block cookies entirely (though some site features may not work)

For browser‑specific guidance, visit: www.allaboutcookies.org

 

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact:

contact@christianityinsociety.org

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