# Cookie Policy
**Last updated:** 28 July 2026
## 1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Neil Taylor Photography ("we", "us" or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, **https://neiltaylorphotography.com**.
By using our website, you may be asked to consent to the use of non-essential cookies. You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time using our cookie preferences.
## 2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, improve user experience, analyse website performance and, where you consent, deliver personalised advertising.
Cookies do not usually identify you directly, but they may be linked to information that identifies you.
## 3. Types of cookies we use
### Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our website. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security and form submissions.
These cookies cannot be switched off because the website cannot function properly without them.
Examples may include:
* Session cookies
* Security cookies
* Load balancing cookies
* Cookie consent preferences
### Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous or pseudonymous information.
These cookies help us improve:
* Popular pages
* User journeys
* Website performance
* Content effectiveness
We only use analytics cookies if you have given your consent.
Example provider:
* Google Analytics
### Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies help us understand the effectiveness of our advertising and may be used to show relevant adverts on Google and other advertising platforms.
These cookies are only placed with your consent.
Example providers:
* Google Ads
* Google Tag Manager (where applicable)
* Meta Pixel (if installed)
## 4. Third-party cookies
Some pages may include content or services provided by third parties.
Examples include:
* Google Maps
* YouTube videos
* Social media sharing buttons
* Embedded booking services
These providers may set their own cookies. We recommend reviewing their individual privacy and cookie policies.
## 5. Managing your cookie preferences
When you first visit our website, you will be asked whether you wish to accept non-essential cookies.
You can:
* Accept all cookies
* Reject non-essential cookies
* Change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings
You can also manage cookies through your web browser. Most browsers allow you to:
* Delete existing cookies
* Block future cookies
* Receive notifications before cookies are stored
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
## 6. Legal basis
Under the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR):
* Strictly necessary cookies are used because they are required for the operation of the website.
* Analytics and marketing cookies are only used where you have provided your consent.
You may withdraw your consent at any time.
## 7. Data collected through cookies
Depending on your choices, cookies may collect information such as:
* IP address
* Browser type
* Device type
* Operating system
* Pages viewed
* Time spent on pages
* Referring website
* Approximate geographic location
* Advertising interactions
Where personal data is processed, it is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
## 8. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or our use of cookies.
The latest version will always be published on this page.
## 9. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
**Neil Taylor Photography**
Website: https://neiltaylorphotography.com
Email: *[Insert your contact email]*
Telephone: *[Insert your telephone number]*