What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work properly, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Some cookies are set directly by us; others are set by third-party services we use (such as Google Analytics or embedded video players).
Cookies we use
Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookie | Maintains your session as you navigate the site | Session |
Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies collect anonymised information about pages visited, time spent on site, and where visitors came from. No personally identifiable information is collected.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics | 24 hours |
You can opt out of Google Analytics cookies using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Third-party video cookies (Vimeo and YouTube)
Some pages on our website include embedded videos hosted by Vimeo and YouTube. When you play or interact with one of these videos, those platforms may set their own cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies.
| Provider | Purpose | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Vimeo | Video playback, preferences, and analytics | Vimeo Privacy Policy |
| YouTube / Google | Video playback, preferences, and analytics | Google Privacy Policy |
Payment cookies (Stripe)
When you proceed to purchase a kit, you are directed to Stripe's secure checkout. Stripe may set cookies as part of its fraud prevention and payment processing systems. These are governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy.
Form cookies (Jotform)
We use Jotform for course applications and newsletter sign-ups. Jotform may set cookies to maintain form session state. These are governed by Jotform's Privacy Policy.
How to control cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this website.
For more information about cookies generally, visit allaboutcookies.org.
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 date. For questions, contact us at info@noblackboxes.org.
See also our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.