Cookies Policy
Effective Date: 01/04/2025
At WeeBe.org (“WeeBe”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), we want you to feel safe, informed, and in control. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your choices.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information such as:
- your preferences
- whether you’re logged in
- how you move around the site
Some cookies are essential to keep WeeBe running safely, while others help us improve your experience.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- ensure our website works properly
- keep your account secure
- remember your preferences (including your chosen role: Bee or Keeper)
- understand how people use our platform
- (with your permission) personalise content and improve performance
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Under UK GDPR and PECR, cookies are grouped into the following categories:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies:
Required for core site functions such as login, security, and saving privacy preferences. - Functional Cookies:
Allow us to remember your settings, login state, and accessibility preferences. - Analytics & Performance Cookies:
Help us analyse site traffic, performance issues, and user behaviour. Only set with your consent. - Marketing & Third-Party Cookies:
Used for social integrations, video players, and limited marketing features—only with your permission.
4. First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
- First-party cookies: Set by WeeBe.org.
- Third-party cookies: Set by trusted providers such as analytics tools, video platforms, and support widgets.
5. Your Cookie Choices
You can:
- accept all cookies
- reject all non-essential cookies
- choose which categories to allow
- update your settings at any time
- withdraw consent whenever you want
Use the “Cookie Settings” link in the banner or footer to adjust preferences.
6. Cookies We Use
This is an example table (you will replace it after scanning your website):
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Category | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| weebe_session | Keeps users logged in | Strictly Necessary | Session | WeeBe.org |
| _ga | Analytics & usage tracking | Analytics | 2 years | |
| preferences | Saves UI settings | Functional | 6 months | WeeBe.org |
7. How to Disable Cookies in Your Browser
- Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
- Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
- Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy as WeeBe evolves. We will update the “Effective Date” when changes occur.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Contact us: https://weebe.org/contact-us/
Website: www.weebe.org