Cookie Policy

Ontex Academy - Cookie Policy


Last Updated: 09 October 2025


Effective Date: 09 October 2025


1. Introduction


At Ontex, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we use cookies and similar technologies. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights regarding their use.


2. What Are Cookies?


Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, improve your experience, and analyze site usage. Cookies may collect personal data, which we process in accordance with our Privacy Policy.


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3. Types of Cookies We Use


We use the following categories of cookies:







Type




Purpose




Consent


Required








Strictly Necessary




Enable core functionality (e.g., security, session management).




No






Functional




Remember user preferences and settings.




Yes






Performance




Improve site performance and reliability.




Yes






Analytics




Understand user behaviour and improve content.




Yes






Advertising




Deliver personalized ads and measure campaign effectiveness.




Yes







 


4. Cookies in Use


Strictly Necessary Cookies



  • XSRF-TOKEN (ontexacademy.com): Prevents CSRF attacks. Expires at session end.

  • ontex_academy_session (ontexacademy.com): Maintains user session. Expires at session end.


Analytics Cookies



  • _ga (devmoves.co.uk): Google Analytics. Distinguishes users. Expires after 13 months.

  • _ga_QW3MEVK00V (devmoves.co.uk): Maintains session state. Expires after 13 months.


* These analytics cookies are disabled by default and require your explicit consent.


5. Third-Party Cookies


Some cookies may be set by third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics). These parties are responsible for their own cookie practices. You can view their privacy policies and manage consent via our Cookie Preference Centre.


6. Consent Management


When you first visit our site, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to:



  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject all non-essential cookies

  • Customize your preferences by category


You can change your preferences at any time via the Cookie Preference Centre (accessible via the “Cookie Settings” button on our site).


Consent is freely given, specific, informed, and revocable.
We do not use cookie walls or pre-ticked boxes.


7. How to Control or Delete Cookies


You can manage cookies through:



  • Our Cookie Preference Centre

  • Your browser settings (see links below)

  • Third-party opt-out tools (e.g., Google Analytics Opt-out)


Browser Instructions:


·  Google Chrome
 Learn how to delete, allow, block, and manage cookies in Chrome.


·  Mozilla Firefox
 Instructions for clearing cookies, blocking site data, and managing cookie settings.


·  Safari (iPhone/iPad)
 Guide to enabling, blocking, and clearing cookies in Safari on iOS devices.


·  Safari (Mac)
 Manage Safari cookies and cross-site tracking settings on macOS.


·  Microsoft Edge
 View, allow, block, and delete cookies in Microsoft Edge.


 


 


8. Updates to This Policy


We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. The updated version will be posted here with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.


9. Contact Us


If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or your rights, please contact: 


Email: dataprotection.uk@ontexglobal.com

Your privacy matters

Cookies and similar technologies are used on our sites to personalise content and ads. You can find further details and change your personal settings below. By clicking OK, or by clicking any content on our sites, you agree to the use of these cookies and similar technologies.

GDPR

When you visit any of our websites, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device and is mostly used to make the site work as you expect it to. The information does not usually directly identify you, but it can give you a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and manage your preferences. Please note, that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.

  • These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you that amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms, or where they’re essential to providing you with a service you have requested. You cannot opt out of these cookies. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but if you do, some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

    More information can be found here Cookie Policies

  • These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site, which helps us optimize your experience. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not be able to use your data in this way.
    More information can be found here Cookie Policies
  • These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
    More information can be found here Cookie Policies
  • These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
    More information can be found here Cookie Policies