Cookie Policy
COOKIE POLICY
BAKO Sanctuary Community Interest Company
Last Updated: 10/02/2026
WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us improve your experience and understand how visitors use our site.
COOKIES WE USE
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
- Session management
- Security features
- Cookie consent preferences
Analytics Cookies (IONOS SiteAnalytics)
With your consent, we use analytics to understand how visitors use our website.
- Page views and navigation
- Time spent on pages
- Anonymous usage statistics
These cookies DO NOT identify you personally. All data is anonymized.
Third-Party Cookies (With Your Consent)
- Google Maps: For displaying location maps
- Website Translator: For translating content into different languages
HOW TO MANAGE COOKIES
You can control cookies through:
1. Cookie Banner
When you first visit our site, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies.
2. Privacy Settings
Click the "Privacy Settings" link in our footer at any time to change your preferences.
3. Browser Settings
You can delete or block cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
Note: Blocking all cookies may affect website functionality.
COOKIE RETENTION
- Essential cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Analytics cookies: Retained for up to 24 months
- Preference cookies: Retained until you change your settings
UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top shows when changes were made.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us:
Email: info@bakosanctuary.org.uk
Address: 42 Ashburnham Court, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, MK40 1DY
BAKO Sanctuary Community Interest Company
CIC No. 16897158