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    inyourroots® Cookie Policy

    What this policy covers: This policy explains what cookies and similar technologies are used on inyourroots.com, why they are used, and how you can manage your choices.

    Last updated: 18 February 2026

    Version: 1.0

    Quick summary

    • Cookies help the site run, stay secure, and remember useful settings.
    • We separate essential cookies from non-essential cookies like analytics and marketing.
    • You can accept or reject non-essential cookies through cookie settings.
    • You can also manage cookies in your browser settings.
    • Questions can be sent to support@inyourroots.com.

    1) What are cookies?

    Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

    They help a website:

    • Recognise your device.
    • Remember your preferences.
    • Understand how the site is being used.

    Cookies can be:

    • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
    • Persistent cookies (stay on your device until they expire or you delete them).

    2) Why we use cookies

    We use cookies to:

    • Keep the website working properly.
    • Help keep the website secure.
    • Remember settings that improve your experience.
    • Understand what is working so we can improve the site.

    3) Types of cookies we use

    Strictly necessary cookies

    Essential for the website to operate. They enable core functions like security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website may not function properly.

    Analytics and performance cookies

    Help us understand how people use the website (for example, which pages are visited most) so we can improve performance and user experience. We may use tools like Google Analytics.

    Functionality cookies

    Remember choices you make (such as region or preferences) to provide enhanced features.

    Marketing cookies

    May be set by third parties to build a profile of your interests and show relevant adverts on other sites. We only use these cookies with your consent (where used).

    Note: If we use analytics tools, we aim to use them in a privacy-friendly way. Some analytics may still involve processing device identifiers and similar data.

    4) Third-party cookies

    Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our site (for example, embedded videos or social media buttons).

    We do not control those cookies. Check the cookie policies of relevant third-party providers for more information.

    5) Managing your cookie choices

    You can control cookies in a few ways:

    1. Cookie banner / settings
      • When you first visit our site, you will be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
      • You can change your preferences at any time using the cookie settings link in the website footer (where available).
    2. Browser settings
      • Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies.
      • If you disable cookies, parts of the website may not work as intended.
    3. Opt-out tools (where available)
      • For some analytics tools (such as Google Analytics), you may be able to use browser add-ons or settings to opt out.

    For general information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visitaboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org.

    6) Changes to this policy

    We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our use of cookies or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on our website and update the Last updated date at the top of this page.

    7) Contact us

    If you have questions about cookies, contact us at:

    • Email:support@inyourroots.com

    Questions or concerns?

    If anything here feels unclear, tell us. We'll help.

    Contact us about this policy →

    On this page

    • 1) What are cookies?
    • 2) Why we use cookies
    • 3) Types of cookies we use
    • 4) Third-party cookies
    • 5) Managing your cookie choices
    • 6) Changes to this policy
    • 7) Contact us
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