This Cookie Policy explains how Nick Gowman Cartoons & Illustration uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at www.nickgowman.com.
It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control how they are used.
This website is directed to people residing in the United Kingdom. It is intended for users aged 18 and over. If you are under 18, you should not use this site without parental permission.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device on return visits and remember certain information about your preferences or behaviour. Cookies themselves do not contain personally identifiable information, but data collected by cookies may become personal data when combined with other information we hold about you.
Our Site may place and access certain first-party Cookies on your computer or device. First party Cookies are those placed directly by Us and are used only by Us. We use Cookies to facilitate and improve your experience of Our Site and to provide and improve Our services. We have carefully chosen these Cookies and have taken steps to ensure that your privacy and personal data is protected and respected at all times.
Before Cookies are placed on your computer or device, you will be shown a pop-up requesting your consent to set those Cookies. By giving your consent to the placing of Cookies you are enabling Us to provide the best possible experience and service to you. You may, if you wish, deny consent to the placing of Cookies; however certain features of Our Site may not function fully or as intended.
Certain features of Our Site depend on Cookies to function. Cookie Law deems these Cookies to be “strictly necessary”. Your consent will not be sought to place these Cookies, but it is still important that you are aware of them. You may still block these Cookies by changing your internet browser’s settings, but please be aware that Our Site may not work properly if you do so.
Our Site uses analytics services provided by Google Analytics. Website analytics refers to a set of tools used to collect and analyse anonymous usage information, enabling Us to better understand how Our Site is used.
This, in turn, enables Us to improve Our Site and the services offered through it. You do not have to allow Us to use these Cookies, however, whilst Our use of them does not pose any risk to your privacy or your safe use of Our Site, it does enable Us to continually improve Our Site, making it a better and more useful experience for you.
The analytics service(s) used by Our Site use(s) Cookies to gather the required information.
In addition to the controls that We provide, you can choose to enable or disable Cookies in your internet browser. Most internet browsers also enable you to choose whether you wish to disable all cookies or only third-party cookies. By default, most internet browsers accept Cookies but this can be changed. For further details, please consult the help menu in your internet browser or the documentation that came with your device.
You can choose to delete Cookies on your computer or device at any time, however, you may lose any information that enables you to access Our Site more quickly and efficiently including, but not limited to, login and personalisation settings.
It is recommended that you keep your internet browser and operating system up-to-date and that you consult the help and guidance provided by the developer of your internet browser and manufacturer of your computer or device if you are unsure about adjusting your privacy settings.
Your cookie choices
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can manage your preferences in the following ways:
- Cookie banner: When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice where you can accept or reject different categories of cookies.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Please refer to your browser’s help menu for guidance.
- Opt-out tools: Many advertising networks offer opt-out mechanisms. You can find further information at www.aboutads.info/choices or www.youronlinechoices.com.
Please note: withdrawing consent for or blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of some areas of our website.
Other tracking technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons and similar technologies to monitor traffic patterns and understand how users arrive at our website from external sources. These technologies are used for analytical purposes only and do not enable us to identify you personally unless you have provided us with your details separately.
Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, technology, or how we operate our website. The effective date at the top of this document will always indicate when it was last updated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the website after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
