Last Updated: October 17, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Left Side (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.theleftside.uk (the “Website”).
By continuing to use our Website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website.
They help websites remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, and display settings) and improve the user experience.
Cookies can be:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
- First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you’re visiting.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services (like advertisers or analytics providers).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes, including:
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our Website.
They enable features like page navigation, security, and access to certain areas.
Without these cookies, the site may not function properly.
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
We use tools like Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Website.
These cookies help us analyze traffic, improve content, and enhance usability.
All data is aggregated and anonymous.
c. Functionality Cookies
These remember your preferences (such as language or region) and provide a more personalized experience on repeat visits.
d. Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used by advertising partners to deliver relevant ads, track campaign performance, and measure engagement.
They may collect information about your browsing behavior across different sites.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services we use for:
- Analytics and reporting
- Embedded media (e.g., YouTube videos, social media posts)
- Advertising networks
We do not control these cookies. Please check the respective third-party privacy policies for more details:
- Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- YouTube: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Meta (Facebook/Instagram): https://www.facebook.com/policy.php
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage or delete cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
Here’s how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
- Firefox: Manage cookies in Firefox
- Safari: Manage cookies in Safari
- Edge: Manage cookies in Edge
You can also opt out of interest-based advertising via:
👉 https://www.youronlinechoices.com/
👉 https://optout.aboutads.info/
