Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how St. Mary’s Care Home (Stone) Limited ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at stmarysstone.com.

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This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides further detail on how we protect and process your personal data.

2. Company & Contact Details

St. Mary’s Care Home (Stone) Limited, Margaret Street, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8EJ

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• Telephone: 01785 813894

• Email: info@stmarysstone.com

3. What is a Cookie?

A cookie is a small text file stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device by your web browser when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to remember your actions, preferences (such as cookie consent choices), and browsing habits over a period of time, as well as collect statistical data about page visits.

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Cookies are generally categorized as:

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• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire and are automatically deleted when you close your web browser.

• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them, allowing the site to recognize your device on subsequent visits.

• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website (stmarysstone.com).

• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external service providers (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Maps, embedded videos, or social media buttons).

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and related web technologies to ensure our website functions correctly, measure audience interaction, and improve your browsing experience.

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A. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They enable core functionalities such as page navigation, accessibility settings, secure contact form submissions, and saving your cookie consent preferences.

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B. Performance & Analytics Cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)

These cookies collect anonymous, aggregated data on how visitors interact with our site—such as which pages are visited most frequently, how long users spend on a page, and how visitors navigate between sections. This helps us improve site performance, fix layout issues, and ensure care information is easy to find.

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C. Functional & Interactive Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced features, such as embedded Google Maps for location directions, video playback, and live chat widgets. Blocking these cookies may affect the display or performance of certain interactive elements.