Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used. Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device for a set period) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
Renew Party UK uses cookies to improve your experience on our website, understand how our site is used, and to support our political campaigning activities. We are committed to being transparent about the cookies we use and giving you control over your preferences.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off in our systems.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
| csrf_token | Security token to prevent cross-site attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_region | Remembers your selected UK region | 1 year |
| theme_preference | Stores display preferences | 1 year |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant political advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads - conversion tracking | 3 months |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. These include:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors use our site
- Facebook: Enables social sharing and measures ad campaign performance
- Twitter/X: Enables social sharing features
- Stripe: Secure payment processing for donations
- YouTube: Embedded video content (if you play videos)
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to choose which cookies you accept. You can manage your preferences in the following ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites. Visit your browser's help section for instructions.
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Facebook: facebook.com/settings (Ads section)
- Your Online Choices: youronlinechoices.com
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your experience.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@renewparty.uk
Post: Data Protection Officer, Renew Party UK
8. More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit allaboutcookies.org or the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.