British Federation of Women Graduates

BFWG Cookie Statement

1. Cookies – What you need to know

We use cookies and similar technologies on our website to make it work and improve it. Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. They can remember your settings or collect usage data.
Strictly necessary cookies: Required for core functions (e.g. logins, session management) – these do not require consent.
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Preferences cookies: Remember your choices (e.g. language, theme).
Marketing cookies: Used for fundraising or promotional emails.
You can accept or reject non-essential cookies and manage preferences at any time.
Some cookies may transfer data outside the UK with safeguards in place.

2. Detailed Cookie Statement

2.1 What are cookies and why we use them

A cookie is a small text file placed on your device by a website. It stores information such as your preferences or tracking identifiers.

2.2 How to manage or withdraw consent

You can accept or reject cookies via the banner, manage preferences anytime, opt out of emails, or block cookies in your browser.

2.3 International transfers of cookie data

Some cookies involve third-party providers outside the UK (for example, Google Analytics may send data to the US). Safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses are used.

2.4 Children

We do not knowingly target cookies at children.

References

ICO guidance, PECR, and the UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 informed this statement.

Revised May 2026