Meliora Scotland Limited Cookie Policy

Last updated: 31 January 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Meliora Scotland Limited (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.meliorascotland.com (the “Site”).

By using our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you can manage your cookie settings or refrain from using our Site.

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What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. Cookies are used to enhance your browsing experience, making it more efficient and personalised.

Cookies can be used to store preferences, track the pages you visit, and enable website functionality. They can also help us analyse website traffic and improve our services.

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Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Site:

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the operation of the Site and cannot be turned off. They are typically set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences or logging in. These cookies do not store personal information.

   Examples:

   - Session cookies (to keep you logged in as you navigate the Site).

   - Authentication cookies (to verify your identity and ensure secure access).

2. Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to monitor the performance of the Site by collecting information about how visitors use it, such as which pages are most visited or if there are error messages. These cookies do not collect personal information and are used solely to improve website functionality.

   Examples:

   - Google Analytics cookies to track website traffic and usage.

   - Hotjar cookies to analyse user interaction and heatmaps.

3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, more personalised features. They may also be used to enable third-party services, such as social media sharing.

   Examples:

   - Cookies that remember your language or region preference.

   - Embedded media players (e.g., YouTube or Vimeo) cookies.

4. Targeting or Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to track your browsing habits across different websites to display relevant advertisements that are of interest to you. These cookies may be placed by third-party advertising partners and allow them to build a profile of your interests.

   Examples:

   - Google AdSense cookies for personalised ads.

   - Facebook Pixel cookies for retargeting ads.

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How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

- To improve the performance of our website and ensure it functions properly.

- To personalise your experience by remembering your preferences and settings.

- To analyse traffic to understand how visitors interact with our website, which helps us improve the user experience.

- To display relevant advertisements that match your interests.

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How to Manage or Disable Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when a cookie is being placed on your device.

To manage cookies:

- In Google Chrome, go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.

- In Mozilla Firefox, go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.

- In Safari, go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and Website Data.

- In Microsoft Edge, go to Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies and Site Permissions.

Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly, and your browsing experience may be less personalised.

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Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, Facebook, and other ad networks, which may place cookies on your device. These third parties have their own cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them for more information on how they use cookies and how to manage your preferences.

For example:

- Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data about how visitors use our Site. This data helps us improve the Site. You can opt-out of Google Analytics cookies by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

- Facebook Pixel uses cookies to track user activity for advertising purposes. You can manage your ad preferences through your Facebook account.

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Changes to Our Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make updates, we will post the revised policy on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top of the policy.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using cookies.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us on hello@meliorascotland.com.

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Acknowledgement

By continuing to use our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

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This Cookie Policy provides a clear and comprehensive explanation of how cookies are used on your website, how users can manage their cookie preferences, and how you comply with relevant regulations. You may want to update the policy periodically to reflect changes in cookie practices or third-party services you use.