Cookie Policy
Last updated: 29 April 2026
This policy explains what cookies PMSS Academy uses on pmssacademy.com and why, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your device on future visits and remember certain information about your preferences or actions.
Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device. They are uniquely assigned to you and can only be read by the web server in the domain that issued the cookie to you.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for two purposes:
- Necessary cookies: essential for the site to function correctly. These cannot be switched off.
- Performance / Analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors interact with the site so we can improve it. These are only set with your consent.
3. Cookies We Set
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to work and cannot be disabled. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| pmss_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
Performance / Analytics Cookies
These cookies are only set if you click "Accept All" on the cookie banner. They help us understand how visitors use the site (pages visited, time spent, traffic sources) so we can improve your experience. No personally identifiable information is collected.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics (GA4) | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics (GA4) | Maintains session state | 2 years |
Google Analytics data is processed by Google LLC. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will appear. You can choose:
- Accept All: enables both necessary and performance cookies.
- Necessary Only: only essential cookies are set; analytics cookies are blocked.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling all cookies may affect how parts of the website function. For guidance, visit allaboutcookies.org.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We use Google Analytics provided by Google LLC (a third party). Google may set its own cookies if you have consented to performance cookies. PMSS Academy does not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to Google's own cookie and privacy policies for further information.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: contact@pmssacademy.uk
- Address: 26 Ground Floor, Kings Hill Avenue, West Malling, Kent, England, ME19 4AE
You may also read our Privacy Policy for full details on how we handle your personal data.
