Cookie Policy

Introduction

At York House Dental Practice, we are committed to providing excellent care at our trusted dental clinic. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and ensure you can easily find information about our services. These technologies help us understand how visitors use our site, allowing us to improve content and navigation. Whether you're searching for a dentist near me or looking for expert advice from a reliable dentist, our goal is to make your experience seamless, informative, and secure while visiting our dental clinic online.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

• Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
• Authentication cookies
• Security cookies

Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

• Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)
• Page view tracking
• User behavior analysis
• Site performance monitoring

Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.

• Language preferences
• Region settings
• User preferences
• Accessibility settings

Marketing/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign effectiveness.

• Remarketing cookies
• Social media cookies
• Advertising network cookies

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:

• Google Analytics for website analytics
• Social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
• Online appointment booking systems
• Live chat services

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Provide personalized content
• Analyze website traffic and performance
• Ensure website security
• Support marketing and advertising efforts

Your Cookie Choices

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Clear cookies when you close your browser
• Accept all cookies

Cookie Preference Tool

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.

Opt-Out Links

• Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/personalization

Impact of Refusing Cookies

If you choose to refuse cookies, you may still use our website, but some functionality may be limited. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.