At Urban Chapters, we use cookies to enhance your experience on our website and to ensure the site functions effectively. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, how you can manage or disable them, and the potential impact of doing so. We comply with applicable cookie-related laws and regulations, including the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. These files collect and store information about your interaction with the site, which can be used to improve functionality, remember preferences, and provide personalized content.2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies on the Urban Chapters website for the following purposes:- Essential Cookies: To ensure the core functionality of the website, such as enabling secure login and navigation.
- Performance Cookies: To gather information about how users interact with our website, helping us identify areas for improvement.
- Functional Cookies: To remember your preferences, such as language or property filters, so you don’t have to re-enter them on subsequent visits.
- Advertising Cookies: To deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
- Analytics Cookies: To track website usage and user behavior, helping us understand trends and enhance user experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Example |
| Essential Cookies | Necessary for the website to function properly. | Session management, security. |
| Performance Cookies | Monitor website performance and identify areas for improvement. | Google Analytics, page load speed tracking. |
| Functional Cookies | Store user preferences for a tailored browsing experience. | Language settings, saved search filters. |
| Advertising Cookies | Display personalized ads and measure campaign success. | Google Ads, Facebook Pixel. |
4. Managing or Disabling Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your web browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality and user experience of our website.Steps to Disable Cookies in Popular Browsers:
• Google Chrome:
- Open Chrome and go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data.
- Choose your cookie preferences or block all cookies.
- Open Firefox and navigate to Menu > Settings > Privacy & Security.
- Under "Cookies and Site Data," set your desired preferences.
- Go to Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies and Site Permissions.
- Adjust your cookie settings.
- Open Safari and go to Preferences > Privacy.
- Block cookies or set preferences.
Our website complies with applicable regulations by providing you with a cookie banner when you first visit. This banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can update your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings link at the bottom of our website.
5. Effects of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function as intended. For example:- You may need to re-enter your preferences or login information each time you visit.
- Some property search features may be limited.
- You may not receive personalized recommendations or targeted advertising.
