Cookies Policy

Royal Life Saving NSW (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use information through our website.

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website, what information they collect, and how you can manage your preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function effectively, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as secure login and authentication, form submissions, and navigation. Without these cookies, the website may not operate correctly.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve performance and user experience. They may collect information such as pages visited, time spent on pages, traffic sources, and errors encountered. We typically use tools such as Google Analytics or similar platforms. All data collected is aggregated and does not directly identify individuals.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features, such as remembering your location or settings, personalising content, and saving form progress.

Marketing and Third-Party Cookies

These cookies may be set by third-party services we use to deliver relevant advertising, track campaign performance, and enable social media sharing. Examples may include social media platforms such as Facebook or LinkedIn, and embedded video services such as YouTube. These third parties may collect data about your online activity across different websites.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to ensure the website functions properly, improve website performance and usability, analyse visitor behaviour and trends, support marketing and communication activities, and enhance user experience across our digital platforms.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to view cookies stored on your device, delete cookies, block cookies entirely, or set preferences for certain websites. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. You can update your preferences at any time via [Insert Link or Footer Option].

Third-Party Services

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our website. These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we recommend reviewing them directly. Royal Life Saving NSW does not control these third-party cookies.

Data Protection and Privacy

Any personal information collected through cookies is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation, updates to our website functionality, or changes in third-party services. The updated version will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact Royal Life Saving NSW