Cookie Policy

Last updated - June 2026

Next review - June 2027

Life after Cancer is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar technologies are, how we use them on our website, and the choices you have in managing your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, and Data Privacy Notice which explains how we use and protect your personal data in more detail.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

The words of which the initial letter is capitalised have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply whether they appear in singular or plural.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Cookie Policy:

Company (referred to as “We”, “Us” or “Our”) refers to Life after Cancer, 118 The Avenue, London E4 9RB.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website, used to store information about your browsing activity.
Country refers to the United Kingdom.
Device means any device used to access the website (computer, tablet, mobile phone).
Personal Data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
Service refers to our website.
Service Provider means third-party organisations that process data on our behalf.
Usage Data refers to data collected automatically through your use of the website.
Website refers to www.life-aftercancer.co.uk
You / Your means the individual using our website.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small files stored on your device that contain information such as a unique identifier. They allow a website to recognise your device and remember certain information.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or are deleted

Cookies do not usually contain information that directly identifies you, but they may be linked to other data we hold about you.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure our website functions properly, remains secure, and provides a positive user experience.

Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and applicable UK data protection laws, some cookies require your consent before they can be placed on your device, while others may be used without consent where permitted by law.

We use the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies - These cookies are essential for the operation, security and functionality of our website and cannot be switched off through our cookie settings tool.

They may be used for:

website security and fraud prevention
network management
page navigation
access to secure areas of the website
remembering your cookie preferences

Because these cookies are necessary for the website to function, they do not require consent.

Analytics Cookies - These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so that we can improve performance, content and user experience.

We currently use:

• Google Analytics
• Wix Analytics

These cookies may collect information such as:

• pages visited
• time spent on pages
• navigation behaviour
• browser type and device information

Analytics cookies are not essential for the operation of the website and will only be placed on your device after you have provided your consent through our cookie banner or cookie preference settings.

Functional Cookies - These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced functionality and personalisation.

Examples include remembering preferences and improving accessibility features.

Functional cookies will only be used where you have provided your consent, unless they are strictly necessary for a service you have specifically requested.

Marketing Cookies - These cookies may be used to measure the effectiveness of communications and to help us understand engagement with our campaigns and content.

Life after Cancer does not sell personal data or permit third parties to use cookies for unrelated advertising purposes.

Marketing cookies will only be used where you have provided your consent.

Third-party cookies and service providers

We use cookies provided by trusted third-party service providers, including:

Wix – website hosting, security and website functionality
Google Analytics – website usage and performance analytics
Raisely – secure donation processing and related functionality

The specific cookies used may change from time to time as these providers update their services and functionality. Further information about the cookies used by these providers can be found in their respective privacy and cookie policies.

Strictly necessary cookies may be set without consent where required for the operation, security and functionality of the website. Non-essential cookies are only set where the required consent has been obtained.

These third-party providers may process personal data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure personal data is protected in accordance with UK data protection law.

We take reasonable steps to ensure that third-party providers process personal data securely, act only on our instructions where applicable, and comply with applicable data protection requirements.

Consent to cookies

When you first visit our website, our cookie banner provides clear and balanced options to accept, reject, or manage non-essential cookies. Choosing to reject non-essential cookies will not affect your ability to access the core functionality of our website.

Non-essential cookies (such as analytics and marketing cookies) are only set if you actively consent.

A cookie is then used to remember your preferences so you are not repeatedly asked on each visit. This preference cookie is strictly necessary and does not track your browsing activity.

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using our cookie settings tool or your browser settings.

We periodically review our cookie consent mechanisms and cookie categories to ensure they remain accurate and compliant with applicable data protection and electronic communications legislation.

Managing or disabling cookies

You can manage cookies in the following ways -

Through our cookie settings tool

This is the most effective way to control non-essential cookies on our website.

Through your browser settings

Most browsers allow you to:

block cookies entirely
delete existing cookies
set preferences for specific sites

Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect how the website functions.

Data transfers outside the UK

Some of our third-party providers (including Google, Wix, and Raisely) may process data outside the UK.

Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

UK adequacy regulations, or
the UK International Data Transfer Agreement (IDTA), the UK Addendum to the EU Standard Contractual Clauses, or other approved transfer mechanisms

This ensures your data continues to be protected to UK standards

Cookie duration

Cookies may remain on your device for different periods of time:

Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – stored for a defined period or until manually deleted

Specific durations vary depending on the cookie and provider.

Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our services. Any updates will be published on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be amended accordingly.

Your rights

For information about your data protection rights, including how to:

access your data
request correction or deletion
object to processing
withdraw consent

please refer to our Privacy Policy.

How to make a complaint

Life after Cancer will take reasonable steps to support individuals in making a data protection complaint. This may include accepting complaints in different formats, providing assistance where required, and making this procedure readily available through our website and on request.

We will investigate and respond to concerns in accordance with our Data Protection Complaints Procedure.

We accept complaints:

Verbally or by phone
By email
Via social media
In writing

Where possible, please include:

Your name and contact details
A description of your concern
Any relevant dates or communications
What outcome you are seeking (if known)

There is no charge for making a data protection complaint.

Complaints should be submitted to:

Data Protection Lead - Stephanie Davies
Email: hello@life-aftercancer.co.uk
Phone: 07772 257465
Address: 118 The Avenue, London E4 9RB
In person: by speaking with a staff member or volunteer

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5AF

Telephone: 0303 123 1113

Website: https://ico.org.uk

We encourage individuals to contact us first so that we have an opportunity to address any concerns.

Where can I get further information?

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Data Privacy Notice and Privacy Policy, which provides more detailed information about how we process your personal data.

If you have any questions about the Life after Cancer Cookie Policy, you can contact Us:

Business Name – Life after Cancer
Contact Name – Stephanie Davies
Email address – hello@life-aftercancer.co.uk

This policy is the intellectual property of Life after Cancer and is intended for our sole use. It may not be copied, reproduced, or used in full or in part by any other organisation without our prior written permission.