Cookies Policy

Last updated: 6 September 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how The Live Review (“we”, “our”, “the site”) uses cookies and similar technologies on thelivereview.co.uk. By using this website, you agree to the use of cookies as described here.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytics and advertising features.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
  • Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted)
  • First‑party cookies (set by this site)
  • Third‑party cookies (set by external services like advertisers or analytics tools)

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

Essential Cookies

These are required for the website to function, including:

  • Security
  • Basic site features
  • Commenting system
  • Cookie consent banner

Performance & Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how visitors use the site, including:

  • Page views
  • Traffic sources
  • Time spent on pages
  • Device and browser information

These may be provided by:

  • Google Analytics
  • WordPress built‑in analytics tools

Advertising Cookies (Mediavine)

Mediavine uses cookies to:

  • Display personalised ads
  • Measure ad performance
  • Prevent fraud
  • Support real‑time bidding

These cookies may collect:

  • IP address
  • Approximate location
  • Browser and device type
  • Pages viewed
  • Ad interactions

Functionality Cookies

Used to improve your experience, such as:

  • Remembering preferences
  • Saving comment details
  • Newsletter pop‑up behaviour

3. Third‑Party Cookies Used on This Site

We may use cookies from:

  • Mediavine (advertising)
  • MailerLite (newsletter sign‑ups)
  • Google Analytics (traffic analysis)
  • WordPress (comments, login sessions)
  • Social media embeds (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)

Each third party has its own privacy policy and cookie practices.

4. Consent Management (GDPR / UK GDPR)

Visitors from the UK and EU will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non‑essential cookies
  • Change your preferences at any time

We honour:

  • Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals
  • “Do Not Sell My Information” requests
  • Targeted advertising opt‑outs

5. CCPA / CPRA (California Residents)

California residents may:

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
  • Request access or deletion of their data

You can submit a request using the contact details below.

6. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Allow only certain types
  • Receive alerts when cookies are used

Instructions for common browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies & Site Permissions

Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact:

Email: thelivereview@outlook.com

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date.