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Cookie Policy

We engage third-party providers to track and analyze your website usage through cookies, share usage information, measure the effectiveness of advertisements, and tailor information and services. We also use external sources to process data for essential membership services and ensure the smooth functioning of our website. We do not sell or share your data outside these primary uses. Necessary cookies help make our website usable by enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. The Countryside Alliance Foundation and associated brands, along with links to their privacy policies and the process of cookies can be found below.

Use of Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, provide personalized content, and comply with UK and European cookie laws. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website, allowing us to understand your preferences, track your usage, and offer tailored content and advertisements. Some cookies are essential for the website's functionality, while others help improve performance. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies, which are captured and managed according to each processor’s individual cookie policies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.

Cookie Policy Overview

This Cookie Policy explains how our company (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites. It details what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use. In some cases, we may use cookies to collect personal information, which may be combined with other data to create a more personalized experience.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently and provide reporting information. Cookies set by the website owner are known as “first-party cookies,” while those set by other parties are “third-party cookies.” Third-party cookies enable features like advertising, interactive content, and analytics, and can recognize your device across different websites.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use both first and third-party cookies for various reasons. Some cookies are essential for our website's technical operation, while others help us enhance your experience by tracking usage patterns and personalizing content. Third parties may also use cookies on our website for advertising, analytics, and other purposes, each adhering to their specific cookie policies.

Managing Your Cookies

You can manage your cookies through your browser settings, allowing you to accept, reject, or delete cookies. Although most browsers automatically accept cookies, you can modify these settings to suit your preferences. Note that blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website and limit your experience.

For specific instructions on managing cookie settings in popular browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Safari, please refer to your browser's help section.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality, such as accessing secure areas.

Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us understand how our website is used and improve its performance.

Functionality Cookies: Allow us to recognize you on return visits and remember your preferences.

Advertising and Targeting Cookies: Used by third parties to display relevant ads and content based on your browsing habits.

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge our use of cookies and accept our cookie policy. If you have any concerns, you can change your cookie settings or clear cookies stored by our website at any time.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files containing unique identifiers sent by a web server to your browser when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and collect information about your online preferences. For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies as "cookies."

Our website may also use web beacons (clear gifs, tags, or pixels) to count visitors to our pages. Web beacons collect limited information such as a cookie number, time and date of a page view, and a description of the page on which they reside. Third-party advertisers may also place web beacons, but these do not carry any directly identifiable personal information.

How do we use cookies?

We use cookies and tracking technologies to:

  • Customize content and advertising.
  • Provide social media features.
  • Analyze how visitors navigate our site to improve services.
  • Process payments using secured technologies.
Third-Party Processing

We engage third-party providers to track and analyze your website usage through cookies, share usage information, measure the effectiveness of advertisements, and tailor information and services. We also use external sources to process data for essential membership services and ensure the smooth functioning of our website. We do not sell or share your data outside these primary uses. Necessary cookies help make our website usable by enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Below are the third parties that process data on behalf of the Countryside Alliance Foundation and associated brands, along with links to their privacy policies:

  1. ESco - Privacy Policy
  2. HubSpot - Privacy Policy
  3. Oscar Research - Privacy Policy
  4. AirCall - Privacy Policy
  5. Flinder - Privacy Policy
  6. Howdens Insurance - Privacy Policy
  7. Dialogue - Privacy Policy
  8. Civica - Privacy Policy
  9. PayPal - Privacy Policy
  10. The Royal Peterborough Foxhound Show and the Festival of Hounds - Privacy Policy information available on request.
  11. CFP - Privacy Policy
  12. Squarespace - Privacy Policy
  13. Typeform - Privacy Policy
  14. British Hound Sports Association - Privacy Policy
  15. SurveyMonkey - Privacy Policy
  16. Four Counties - Privacy Policy information available on request.
    For more information on our partners please contact us.
Managing Cookies
If you have questions about the cookies used on our website, please contact us at digital@countryside-alliance.org. For more information on cookies, online privacy, and behavioral advertising, visit www.allaboutcookies.org or www.youronlinechoices.eu.
Types of Cookies Used
  1. Essential Cookies:
    These cookies are crucial for the website's operation, allowing users to navigate the site and access services such as sign-in details.

  2. Targeting Cookies:
    These cookies help target visitors with relevant digital services and limit the frequency of certain content or advertisements.

  3. Social Media Cookies:
    These cookies enable sharing on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Refer to the privacy policies of the respective platforms for details on their cookie usage.

  4. Performance Cookies:
    Performance cookies collect data on how users interact with the website, such as navigation and error tracking, to help improve user experience.

  5. Functionality Cookies:
    These cookies remember user preferences, such as language, visited pages, and custom settings, enhancing website personalization.

Rejecting Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, blocking or deleting cookies may impact your access to certain features of our website, including managing membership information. For specific instructions on cookie management, refer to your browser's support section:

Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this cookie policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or website functionality. Significant changes will be communicated clearly, and we recommend periodically reviewing this policy to stay informed about our cookie practices.