Cookie Policy
Last updated: 24 May 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners. This policy explains how CG Foundation uses cookies on cgfoundation.org.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Consent Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for basic website functionality — navigation, form submission, security. Cannot be disabled. | No (strictly necessary) |
| Analytics | Google Analytics — helps us understand how visitors use our site (pages visited, time spent, referral sources). Data is anonymised. | Yes |
| Preferences | Remembers your choices — dark/light mode preference, language selection, cookie consent decision. | Yes |
| Marketing | Used if you arrive via a digital ad campaign. Helps us measure campaign effectiveness. No behavioural profiling. | Yes |
Specific Cookies We Set
| Cookie Name | Provider | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| cgf_cookies_accepted | cgfarmerfoundation.org | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent choice |
| cgf_dark_mode | cgfarmerfoundation.org | 1 year | Remembers dark/light mode preference |
| cgf_newsletter_shown | cgfarmerfoundation.org | Session | Prevents newsletter popup on every page |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | 2 years | Anonymised site usage analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics | 24 hours | Distinguishes users for analytics |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Cookie preference centre: Click "Cookie Preferences" in our website footer
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Note that blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
- Google Analytics opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages (e.g. embedded YouTube videos, LinkedIn share buttons). These are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties. We recommend reviewing their policies directly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy. The version date is shown at the top of this page.
Contact
For cookie-related questions: info@cgfarmerfoundation.org