Cookie Policy
1. Website Controller
This website is operated by an individual:
William Bargent-Ball
Contact: [email protected]
For all cookie-related enquiries, please contact the details above.
2. Scope of This Policy
This Cookie Policy applies to the following websites and domains operated by an individual:
- bargent-ball.co.uk
- bargent.co.uk
- williambargent.co.uk
It also applies to any subdomains or services operated under these domains, unless a separate Cookie Policy is provided.
These websites are personal projects operated by an individual and may share common infrastructure, hosting, and security services. As a result, they use the same types of cookies and similar technologies described in this policy.
3. Overview
This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on this website in accordance with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the EU ePrivacy Directive.
4. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, maintain security, and enable core features such as user authentication.
4.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the website to function securely and cannot be disabled.
Some are set by infrastructure provider Cloudflare.
More information: https://developers.cloudflare.com/fundamentals/reference/policies-compliances/cloudflare-cookies/
Purpose of essential cookies:
- Enable secure access to the website
- Maintain user login sessions
- Protect against attacks, abuse, and automated traffic
Further details, including specific cookie names, purposes, and durations, are provided in Section 6 below.
Legal basis:
These cookies are exempt from consent under the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) as they are strictly necessary to provide a service requested by the user.
5. Use of Local Storage
In addition to cookies, this website may use Local Storage technologies provided by your browser.
Local Storage allows data to be stored directly on your device and is similar to cookies but can store larger amounts of data and does not automatically expire.
Local Storage may be used to:
- Maintain authentication state
- Support security mechanisms
- Ensure proper functioning of the website
- Maintain game progress for interactive features
Local Storage data is stored locally within your browser and does not automatically sync between devices or browsers.
Further details regarding Local Storage keys and retention are provided in Section 6 below.
6. Cookies and Local Storage
6.1 Cookie Table
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cf_clearance | Distinguishes legitimate users from bots and protects against malicious traffic | Essential | Session or up to 24 hours* |
| __cf_bm | Supports bot management and threat detection | Essential | 30 minutes |
| session / auth_session | Maintains user authentication and login session | Essential | Variable (Maximum 14 days) |
* Duration may vary depending on security configuration.
6.2 Local Storage Table
| Key Name | Purpose | Type | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| session / auth_session | Maintains user authentication and login session | Essential | Variable (Maximum 14 days) |
| found_cats | Stores progress for the “found cats” game feature at https://william.bargent-ball.co.uk/ after a user finds their first cat. This data is created only once the user discovers their first cat, and allows progress to persist between visits on the same browser and device. | Essential | Stored until manually removed by the user or cleared via browser settings |
| weather_preferences | Stores preferred metrics and other user-selected preferences at https://weather.bargent-ball.co.uk/. This data is created only after a user chooses to change settings from the default, allowing their preferences to persist between visits on the same browser and device. | Essential | Stored until manually removed by the user or cleared via browser settings |
7. Consent and Control
A cookie consent banner is displayed when you first visit any of the websites listed in Section 1 of this policy. The consent preferences you choose may be applied consistently across these websites where they share common infrastructure and technologies. The banner also allows you to review information about cookies and, where required by law, manage your preferences.
You can:
- Review information about cookies and similar technologies via the consent banner
- Manage your preferences through the cookie settings tool
- Withdraw consent at any time for technologies that rely on consent
Some cookies and similar technologies may be exempt from consent requirements where they are strictly necessary for the operation or security of the website.
8. Legal Basis
Strictly necessary cookies and Local Storage are processed under the exemptions provided by PECR for technologies required for the operation and security of the website.
Any personal data processed in connection with cookies or similar technologies is processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including UK GDPR and EU GDPR.
9. Analytics
This website uses Cloudflare Web Analytics (RUM), which:
- Does not use cookies or Local Storage
- Does not identify individual users
- Provides only aggregated performance and usage statistics
10. Cloudflare Processing
Cloudflare may process limited technical data such as IP addresses and device metadata for:
- Security and DDoS protection
- Bot detection and mitigation
- Content delivery and caching
Cloudflare acts as a data processor.
More information: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
11. Data Retention
Cookies are stored only as long as necessary for their intended purpose
Local Storage data is retained only as long as required for its purpose or until cleared by the user
12. Managing Cookies and Local Storage
You can control cookies and Local Storage through the cookie consent banner and your browser settings.
The consent tool allows you to:
- View information about cookies and similar technologies used on the website
- Review available cookie categories
- Update your preferences at any time (where applicable)
You can also manage data directly in your browser by:
- Viewing stored cookies and Local Storage data
- Deleting cookies and Local Storage data
- Blocking cookies entirely
Please note that disabling certain cookies or Local Storage may affect website functionality and security.
You can find instructions on how to manage or delete cookies and Local Storage in your browser via the official support pages for Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari, Mozilla Firefox and others.
13. Changes to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
14. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact the website operator using the details in Section 1.