Cookie Policy

Last updated: 13 February 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Alps Dental Clinic uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

This policy is prepared in accordance with:

  • UK GDPR
  • Data Protection Act 2018
  • Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR)
  • EU GDPR where applicable

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, subject to your preferences set through your cookie banner.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.

They allow the website to:

  • Recognise your browser
  • Remember preferences
  • Improve functionality
  • Analyse usage patterns
  • Support marketing and advertising activity

Cookies do not typically identify you personally, but they may be linked to personal data where you have provided such information.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.

They enable:

  • Security features
  • Form submissions
  • Consent management
  • Website navigation

These cookies do not require user consent under PECR.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.

They collect anonymised data such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on site
  • Traffic sources
  • Device type

This information helps us improve performance and user experience.

Analytics cookies are only activated after you provide consent.

3.3 Advertising and Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be used to:

  • Deliver relevant advertisements
  • Measure campaign effectiveness
  • Support remarketing activities
  • Track conversions from Google Ads or Meta Ads

These cookies are only activated with your explicit consent.

4. Specific Cookies Used on This Website

Below are examples of cookies that may be active:

Essential Cookies

  • rc::a – Persistent – Used by Google reCAPTCHA to distinguish human users from automated bots
  • rc::c – Session – Used by Google reCAPTCHA for security validation
  • cookieyes-consent – 1 year – Stores your cookie consent preferences

Analytics Cookies (If Consent Given)

  • _ga – 2 years – Google Analytics – Distinguishes users
  • ga* – 2 years – Google Analytics – Maintains session state

Marketing Cookies (If Consent Given)

  • _fbp – 3 months – Meta Pixel – Tracks visitor interactions
  • _gcl_au – 3 months – Google Ads – Conversion tracking

The exact cookies may vary depending on active campaigns and tracking tools.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non essential cookies
  • Customise preferences

You may change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link available on your website footer.

6. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Receive alerts before cookies are stored

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Third Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third party services integrated into our website, including:

  • Google Analytics
  • Google Ads
  • Meta Pixel
  • reCAPTCHA

These third parties may process data according to their own privacy policies.

8. International Data Transfers

Where cookies involve third party services located outside the UK or EU, appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

  • Changes in legal requirements
  • Changes in tracking technologies
  • Updates to website functionality

The latest version will always be published on this page.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Alps Dental Clinic
Email: info@alpsdentalclinic.co.uk
Phone: +90 530 079 69 63