Introduction
At Ulster University, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about the information we collect when you visit our website (ulster.ac.uk).
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, enhance your browsing experience, and provide analytical insights.
Cookies can be session cookies (temporary and deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stay on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure our website functions properly and is secure.
- Improve website performance and user experience.
- Understand how visitors interact with our website using analytics tools.
- Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
We do not use cookies to collect personal data that directly identifies you.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are used to:
- Allow core functionalities, such as navigating between pages.
- Ensure security and accessibility.
Without these cookies, the website may not perform correctly.
2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. We use tools like Google Analytics to:
- Collect anonymous data about page visits, navigation, and errors.
- Improve website functionality based on user interactions.
Example: Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid).
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences, such as language selection or accessibility settings, to enhance your user experience. 4. Marketing Cookies
We may use third-party cookies to:
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Third-party services may collect data through these cookies. You can opt-out of marketing cookies at any time.
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of the cookies used on our website, along with their purpose and duration:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieControl | Strictly Necessary | Stores your cookie preferences. | 1 year |
| _ga | Performance/Analytics | Google Analytics - tracks website usage. | 2 years |
| _gid | Performance/Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users. | 24 hours |
| _gat | Performance/Analytics | Google Analytics - limits request rate. | 1 minute |
| CLID | Performance/Analytics | MS Clarity - Identifies the first time Clarity sees the user on the site | 1 year |
| MUID | Performance/Analytics | MS Clarity - Unique identifier. | 390 days |
| SM | Performance/Analytics | MS Clarity - synchronize the muid cookie across microsoft domains. | Session |
| SRM_B | Performance/Analytics | MS Bing - tracks website usage for analytics. | 1 year |
| MR | Performance/Analytics | MS Bing - track user interactions for analytics. | 6 days |
| language_pref | Functional | Remembers your language preference. | Session |
| SQ_SYSTEM_SESSION | Functional | Remembers your squiz session | Session |
| test_cookie | Functional | Google - Used to determine if the user's browser supports cookies | 15 |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in the following ways:
1. Website Cookie Settings
When you visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner powered by CookieControl from Civic.
CookieControl allows you to accept, decline, or customize your cookie preferences easily.
2. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings.
You can:
- Block all cookies.
- Delete existing cookies.
- Set preferences for specific websites.
To learn how to manage cookies, visit your browser's help section:
- Chrome: Manage Cookies in Chrome
- Firefox: Manage Cookies in Firefox
- Safari: Manage Cookies in Safari
- Edge: Manage Cookies in Edge
3. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising via industry tools such as:
- Your Online Choices
- Network Advertising Initiative
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality and user experience of our website.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies.
Any updates will be published on this page with the date of the last revision.
Last updated: 17 December 2024
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:
Ulster University
- Website: https://www.ulster.ac.uk
- Email: privacy@ulster.ac.uk