Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and how to manage them · Last updated 24 April 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details or language settings) over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter them each time you visit.
Cookies are not harmful and cannot access other information on your device. They are used by almost all websites and are an important part of how the internet works.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use three categories of cookies on this website:
Essential Cookies
These are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be switched off. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| crumb | Squarespace | Security — prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| ss_cid | Squarespace | Anonymous visitor identifier for website analytics | 2 years |
| ss_cvr | Squarespace | Tracks returning visitor sessions | 2 years |
| ss_cpvisit | Squarespace | Stores visit count for analytics | 2 years |
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention for payment processing | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Session identifier for payment processing | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it. We only set these cookies with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and sessions | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Stores session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
| ss_cv | Squarespace | Tracks page views and session data for analytics | 2 years |
Marketing Cookies
These are set by third-party services to track visitors across websites for advertising purposes. We only set these with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook / Meta | Used by Facebook to deliver and measure adverts | 3 months |
| fr | Facebook / Meta | Provides ad delivery and measurement on Facebook | 3 months |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the button below.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this website. For guidance on managing cookies in your browser visit aboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and recommend you review the privacy and cookie policies of the relevant third parties:
Google Privacy Policy · Meta / Facebook Privacy Policy · Stripe Privacy Policy
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.
Questions about our use of cookies?
bonniethechangemaker@gmail.comBonnie Silverback Hypnotherapy · Chauntry Mills, High Street, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 8AZ