Cookies Policy

Cookies Policy

East Cheshire Hospice is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them and your choices regarding how cookies are used.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help ECH understand how our site is used, improve your experience, and support our charitable services.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential

    Used for core site functionality (e.g. page navigation, donation forms, payment processing).

  • Functionality

    Allows your browser to remember preferences (e.g. pre-filled text, accessibility settings).

  • Analytics

    Used to collect anonymised usage data to improve site performance and functionality.

  • Marketing

    Helps deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness.

3. How We Use Cookie Data

We use cookie data to:

  • Monitor website performance and accessibility
  • Improve user experience and navigation
  • Support fundraising and engagement
  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data

4. Managing Your Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via our Cookie Settings Panel or by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies.

When you first visit the East Cheshire Hospice website, you will see a cookie consent popup, allowing you to Accept, Deny, or manage and save your privacy settings.

Where to find information about controlling cookies

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some pages may include content from third-party services (e.g. donation platforms, social media platforms). These providers may set cookies on your device. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.

6. Your Rights & Further Information

You have the right to object to the use of non-essential cookies. If you have concerns about how we use cookies or handle your data, please contact our Data Protection Lead at:

Email: dataprotectionlead@echospice.org.uk

Phone: 01625 664995

Further information about how we process your data can be found in our Privacy Policy.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in legislation or our practices. Please check this page periodically for updates.

Cookies we use:

How to Donate to East Cheshire Hospice

Thank you so much for choosing to support East Cheshire Hospice. You may never know how much your gift means, but we know that it will make the world of difference to our patients and their families.