Cookies Policy - Authentic Work (trading as Pause for Thought Consulting LTD)

1. Introduction

Our Privacy Policy was last updated on 17.04.2025

This Cookies Policy explains how Authentic Work ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and digital platforms. It applies to all users who visit or interact with our website, courses, and hosted services on platforms like System.io.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, personalise content, improve functionality, and analyse how users interact with the site.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly

  • Enable secure login and navigation within client areas

  • Remember your preferences (e.g. language or layout)

  • Understand how users interact with our website (analytics)

  • Deliver relevant content and promotional messages

Cookies used on our site may be first-party cookies (set by us) or third-party cookies (set by services we use, such as System.io, Google Analytics, or Stripe).

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality (e.g. secure logins, session management).

Performance & Analytics Cookies: Used to understand site usage and improve performance, often via tools like Google Analytics.

Functionality Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences to improve your experience.

Marketing Cookies: May be used by advertising partners (e.g. Facebook Pixel, System.io) to deliver personalised ads and measure effectiveness.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete existing cookies

  • Block third-party cookies

  • Block all cookies from specific websites

  • Set preferences for notifications when cookies are being used

Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality or performance of the site, especially in secure or personalised areas.

6. Third-Party Services

We use third-party platforms that may set cookies or similar tracking technologies when you interact with our website or content. These include:

  • System.io – for course hosting, account logins, and automation

  • Google Analytics – to monitor site traffic and usage trends

  • Meta Pixel (Facebook) – Used to track user interactions for advertising and retargeting purposes. This allows us to show you relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram based on your previous activity on our website. Data is anonymised and processed in line with Meta’s own privacy policies.

  • Stripe – for secure payment processing

Each of these providers maintains their own privacy and cookies policies. We encourage users to review them for more detailed information.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in the law, technology, or our business practices. The latest version will always be available on our website.

8. Your acceptance of these terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

If you have questions about this policy or how cookies are used, please contact us at info@authenticwork.co.uk.

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