Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Rare Disease Watch uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies as described here, unless you change your settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve your browsing experience and allow us to understand how the site is used. Cookies do not give us access to your computer or personal information unless you choose to provide it.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Ensure the website functions correctly
• Improve performance and loading speed
• Understand how visitors use the site
• Analyse traffic to improve content and navigation
• Remember your preferences
• Manage newsletter subscriptions (if applicable)
• Enable features such as video content or interactive elements

We do not use cookies for advertising or behavioural tracking.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function.
Examples include:

• Security cookies
• Session cookies
• Cookies that manage consent preferences

These cannot be switched off.

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors interact with the website, including which pages are visited and how long users stay.
We may use:

• Google Analytics
• Server log analysis
• Other privacy-friendly analytics tools

Data collected is anonymised wherever possible.

c) Functionality Cookies

These allow the website to remember your preferences, such as:

• Language settings
• Display options
• Saved choices for interactive tools

They help improve your experience but are not essential.

d) Third Party Cookies

Some pages may include features from third party services such as:

• Embedded videos (e.g., YouTube or Vimeo)
• Social media links or sharing buttons
• External content displays

These providers may set their own cookies.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these external services.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control or disable cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• Block cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Please note:

• If you disable cookies, some parts of the website may not function properly.
• Consent banners or cookie settings may reappear after a reset or browser change.

5. Cookies Used on This Site

A non-exhaustive list may include:

• Session cookies (site functionality)
• Analytics cookies (traffic and performance)
• Consent cookies (to remember your cookie preferences)
• Third party media cookies (if you view embedded content)

If you would like a full list of current cookies, please contact us.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or your data, please contact:
Email: support@rarediseasewatch.com
Address: Highstone House, 165 High Street, Barnet, Herts. EN5 5SU, UK.