Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have when visiting the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) website for Linlithgow Academy (“we”, “us”, “our”).

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website work properly, improve performance, and provide information to website owners.

How we use cookies

We may use cookies to:

• Make the site function correctly and securely.
• Understand how visitors use the site (analytics) so we can improve content and usability.
• Remember preferences (where applicable), such as cookie consent choices.

Types of cookies we may use

1) Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you make, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in (if applicable), or filling in forms.

2) Performance & analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website (for example, which pages are visited most often). This information is used to improve site performance and content. Where required, we will ask for your consent before setting these cookies.

3) Functionality cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation (for example, remembering preferences). If you do not allow these cookies, some services may not function properly.

Third-party cookies

Some pages may include content or services from third parties (for example embedded videos, maps, or analytics tools). These third parties may set their own cookies. We recommend reviewing the third party’s cookie and privacy information where relevant.

Managing your cookie preferences

You can control and/or delete cookies at any time. You can:

• Use our cookie banner (if enabled) to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
• Change your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
• Delete cookies already stored on your device via your browser settings.

Please note: blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we can offer.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our site functionality. Please check this page occasionally for the latest version.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact: