Last updated: 14 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Rural Lifestyle Network uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit www.rurallifestylenetwork.com.
It explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you choose to disable them through your browser settings or through the cookie preferences banner displayed on the website.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website.
They allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as:
• your preferences
• login status
• pages you visit
• website performance information
Cookies help websites function efficiently and allow website owners to understand how visitors use their site.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
• ensure the website functions correctly
• remember your preferences and settings
• analyse how visitors use the website
• improve website performance and usability
• support marketing and affiliate tracking where relevant
Some cookies are essential for the website to operate, while others are optional and only used with your consent.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly.
They enable essential features such as:
• page navigation
• secure areas of the website
• login functionality
• form submissions
• storing your cookie preferences
Without these cookies the website cannot operate correctly.
These cookies do not require user consent under UK regulations.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.
For example:
• remembering login details
• saving dashboard preferences
• remembering previously selected settings
These cookies improve the user experience but are not essential to the core operation of the website.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve the experience.
These cookies collect information such as:
• pages visited
• time spent on pages
• navigation paths through the website
• general location (region or country)
This information is aggregated and does not directly identify individual visitors.
Analytics cookies are only used if you provide consent through the cookie banner.
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Marketing cookies may be used to:
• measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• track affiliate links
• understand how visitors interact with promotions or advertising
These cookies may be set by services such as advertising platforms or affiliate networks.
Marketing cookies are only used with your consent.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services integrated into this website.
These may include services used for:
• website analytics
• payment processing
• advertising and affiliate tracking
• embedded media
Third-party providers may collect information about your browsing activity across different websites.
We do not control these cookies directly. You should refer to the privacy policies of those third-party services for further information.
Cookies Used on This Website
The specific cookies used on this website may change as the website evolves. They may include cookies set by services such as:
• WordPress website functionality
• website security tools
• analytics platforms
• affiliate marketing platforms
• payment services
• performance optimisation tools
Where required by law, cookies are only activated once you have given consent through the cookie banner.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit this website you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
• accept all cookies
• reject non-essential cookies
• customise your cookie preferences
You can update your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie settings available on the website.
Controlling Cookies Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings.
You can choose to:
• block cookies
• delete cookies
• receive alerts when cookies are used
Please note that disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the website function.
Browser guidance is available here:
Google Chrome
https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Mozilla Firefox
https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
Safari
https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
Microsoft Edge
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027947
Data Protection
Any personal information collected through cookies is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
You can read our Privacy Policy here:
https://www.rurallifestylenetwork.com/privacy-policy
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or how the website operates.
Any updates will be published on this page.
Contact
If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Rural Lifestyle Network
Suite 161372
PO Box 7169
Poole
Dorset
BH15 9EL