Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 20/09/2025
Introduction: Cookies are small data files placed on your device to help our website function, improve performance, and provide insights into how visitors use the site. This Cookie Policy explains how Your Smile Hub (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at www.yoursmilehub.co.uk (“Our Website”).
1. Types of Cookies We Use
1.1 We use the following categories of cookies on Our Website:
(a) Strictly Necessary Cookies are essential for the operation of Our Website, such as enabling security features and remembering your cookie consent preferences. These cookies are required for the site to function properly and cannot be switched off.
(b) Performance and Analytics Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with Our Website, including which pages are most popular, so we can improve the site. For example, we use Google Analytics 4 to collect anonymised statistical information.
(c) Functional Cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences or the items you add to the compare feature. If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not work correctly.
(d) Third-party Cookies are placed by trusted service providers and partners (such as Google) to provide services like analytics. They help us analyse how Our Website is used, measure performance, and track interactions so that we can make improvements. They also contribute to the security of Our Website, support interactive features such as comparison tools, and enhance your overall browsing experience by ensuring faster, more personalised interactions during future visits.
2. Cookies in Use
The table below lists the cookies we use on Our Website, along with their purpose, category, duration, and provider.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Category | Duration | Provider |
| _ga | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics 4. | Performance/Analytics | 2 Years | |
| listivo/compare | Saves items added to the compare feature. | Functional | Session | Listivo Theme |
| cookieyes-consent | Stores user consent preferences. | Strictly Necessary | 1 year | CookieYes |
| wp_consent_functional | Stores consent for functional cookies. | Strictly Necessary | 1 year | CookieYes |
| wp_consent_marketing | Stores consent for marketing cookies. | Strictly Necessary | 1 year | CookieYes |
| wp_consent_preferences | Stores consent for preference cookies. | Strictly Necessary | 1 year | CookieYes |
| wp_consent_statistics | Stores consent for analytics/statistics cookies. | Strictly Necessary | 1 year | CookieYes |
| wp_lang | Saves user language preferences. | Strictly Necessary | Session | WordPress |
| wpEmojiSettingsSupports | Checks if the browser can display emojis properly. | Strictly Necessary | Session | WordPress |
| wordpress_test_cookie | Checks if the browser supports cookies. | Strictly Necessary | Session | WordPress |
3. Managing Cookies
3.1 You can control cookies through the CookieYes consent manager when visiting Our Website.
3.2 Most browsers also allow you to delete existing cookies or block future ones. Guidance for popular browsers is available here:
(a) Google Chrome
(b) Mozilla Firefox
(c) Safari
(d) Microsoft Edge
If you use a different browser, please refer to that browser’s official support documentation for cookie management instructions.
4. Legal Basis
4.1 Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), we require your consent to use non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent as they are essential for the proper functioning of Our Website.
5. Updates
5.1 We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or Our Website’s use of cookies. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.
6. Contact Us
6.1 If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the contact form on our website.
The information available on Your Smile Hub is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Your Smile Hub does not provide medical advice, and no content on this website should be interpreted as such. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
