Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Health Academy (“Health Academy”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and related online services.

This Policy explains:

• • • What cookies are
    • How we use them
    • The types of cookies we use
    • How you can manage your cookie preferences

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy, subject to your preferences and applicable legal requirements.

2. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience, remember preferences, and provide information about how visitors use websites.

Cookies may be:

• • • Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
    • Persistent cookies — remain on your device until deleted or expired

Cookies may be set by us (“first-party cookies”) or by third parties (“third-party cookies”).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• • • Ensure the website functions correctly
    • Improve website performance and usability
    • Remember user preferences
    • Analyse website traffic and usage
    • Support security and fraud prevention
    • Enable certain platform or embedded features
    • Support marketing and communication activities where permitted

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot usually be disabled.

They may include cookies used for:

• • • Security
    • Network management
    • Accessibility
    • Page navigation
    • Session management

Without these cookies, parts of the website may not function properly.

4.2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous or aggregated information.

This may include information such as:

• • • Pages visited
    • Time spent on pages
    • Website traffic sources
    • Error messages
    • User interactions

We may use analytics providers such as Google Analytics.

Analytics information helps us improve our website and services.

4.3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as:

• • • Language preferences
    • Login details
    • Display settings
    • User preferences

They help provide a more personalised experience.

4.4. Third-Party and Embedded Content Cookies

Some content or functionality on our website may be provided by third parties.

For example:

• • • Video content
    • Webinar platforms
    • Social media integrations
    • Embedded resources
    • Online platform integrations

These third parties may place cookies on your device when interacting with their services.

Our Health Academy Platform is hosted by CircleCo, Inc., which may also use cookies and similar technologies in accordance with its own policies.

4.5. Marketing Cookies

Where applicable and permitted by law, marketing cookies may be used to:

• • • Measure marketing effectiveness
    • Deliver relevant advertisements
    • Track engagement with communications or campaigns

These cookies may be set by us or by third-party advertising providers.

We will request consent before placing non-essential marketing cookies where required by law.

 

5. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Most browsers allow you to:

• • • View cookies
    • Delete cookies
    • Block cookies
    • Control cookie permissions

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.

Here's how you can manage cookies in common browsers:

5.1. Google Chrome

1. 1. Click the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner.
   2. Select "Settings" > "Privacy and security" > "Cookies and other site data."
   3. From there, you can choose to block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or clear cookies when you close your browser.

5.2. Mozilla Firefox

1. 1. 1. Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner.
      2. Select "Options" > "Privacy & Security."
      3. Under "Enhanced Tracking Protection," you can choose your desired level of protection.

5.3. Microsoft Edge

1. 1. 1. Click the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner.
      2. Select "Settings" > "Privacy, search, and services."
      3. Under "Tracking prevention," you can adjust your settings.

5.4. Apple Safari

1. 1. 1. Go to "Safari" > "Preferences" > "Privacy."
      2. Select your preferred options for "Prevent cross-site tracking" and "Block all cookies."

6. Cookie Consent

Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

You may withdraw or update your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, cookies, or content of external websites.

Users should review the privacy and cookie policies of third-party services separately.

 

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:

support@healthacademy.co.uk
Health Academy, 2a The Quadrant, Epsom, Surrey, England, KT17 4RH

 

Last updated: 04 September 2025