Last updated: 03 November 2025
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies help us recognize you when you return to our website and remember your preferences.
The British & Irish Studio Pottery Marks (BISPM) website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and ensure the website functions properly. We comply with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
sec_session_id |
Maintains secure login session for administrator users. Without this cookie, administrators cannot log in to manage the database. | Session (deleted when browser closes) | First-party, HTTP-only, Secure |
cc_cookie |
Stores your cookie consent preferences so we remember your choice. | 6 months | First-party |
Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the legitimate operation of the website and do not require your consent under PECR regulation 6(4).
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics: Distinguishes unique users and calculates visitor, session, and campaign data. | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics 4: Stores and counts page views. | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_gid |
Google Analytics: Distinguishes users for 24-hour period. | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
Legal Basis: These cookies are only set if you provide explicit consent. You can withdraw consent at any time using our cookie settings.
Data Processing: Google Analytics data is anonymized (IP addresses are masked). Read Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can:
Your preferences are stored for 6 months. You can change your mind at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of any page.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. However, blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent certain features from working.
You can prevent Google Analytics from recognizing you on return visits by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. The only third-party cookies we may set are Google Analytics cookies, and only with your explicit consent.
We cannot control cookies set by external websites when you click on links from our site. Please check those websites' privacy and cookie policies.
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Naomi Mott
Email: info@bispm.co.uk
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This cookie policy complies with UK PECR and UK GDPR requirements.