Cookie Policy
This document explains what cookies are, which cookies this website uses, and how you can control or withdraw your consent to their use. It applies to all pages of aleri.info and is written in accordance with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, to improve efficiency, and to provide reporting information to site operators.
Cookies set by the website you are visiting are called first-party cookies. Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called third-party cookies. Third-party cookies may be used on certain pages to enable features provided by external services, such as maps or analytics platforms.
You can set your browser to refuse some or all cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. However, some parts of this site may not function as intended if you disable certain categories of cookie. Full browser-level instructions can be found at aboutcookies.org.
Cookie Categories We Use
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core features such as page navigation, form security tokens, and your cookie consent preference record. Without them, services you have asked for cannot be provided.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| aleri_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 12 months |
| aleri_session | Maintains session state for form handling | Session |
These cookies help us understand how visitors engage with our content. The information collected is aggregated and does not identify individual visitors. We use this data solely to improve the editorial relevance and navigational structure of the publication.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes users (anonymised) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users within 24 hours | 24 hours |
Functional cookies enable enhanced capabilities on our site. These are set by third-party providers whose services appear on our pages, such as the embedded map on the contact page. Disabling these cookies may affect your ability to use those specific features.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps | Renders location map on the contact page | Session / persistent per Google policy |
Managing Your Consent
When you first visit aleri.info, a consent banner is displayed at the bottom of the screen. You may choose to accept all cookies, accept a partial selection, or accept only strictly necessary functional cookies. Your preference is stored for 12 months.
You may change your cookie preferences at any time by selecting Cookie Settings in the footer of any page. This will reopen the consent banner and allow you to update your choices.
You may also manage cookies directly through your browser settings. The following links provide instructions for major browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari (macOS/iOS): Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies and Site Data
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this site are set by third-party services that appear in our content. We do not control these cookies, and they are governed by the privacy policies of the respective providers. Third-party cookies active on this site include:
Used for anonymised traffic measurement. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy. IP anonymisation is enabled on this site.
Used on the contact page to display our location. Loading the map embed may trigger Google's own cookies in line with their privacy framework at policies.google.com/privacy.
We periodically review our third-party cookie usage. If you have questions about how a specific service handles your data, we recommend consulting that provider's privacy documentation directly.
Policy Updates & Contact
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable regulations, or the services in use on this site. The revision date noted at the top of this document will be updated accordingly. Significant changes will be communicated via the cookie consent banner on your next visit.
If you have questions about the cookies we use or wish to exercise your rights under data protection law, please contact us:
For broader data protection concerns, you may contact the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.
Aleri Review is an independent editorial publication focused on everyday wellness practices. The publication is not affiliated with any commercial, governmental, or institutional body.