The Haven Review
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 25 July 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies The Haven Review Ltd uses on https://elegantfaunaclea.world/, why we use them, and how you can control them. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
We operate Google Consent Mode v2. Non-essential cookies are set to denied by default. They are only activated if you click "Accept All" on our cookie consent banner. You can withdraw or modify your consent at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter information each time you visit or navigate between pages.
Similar technologies include local storage (used by our consent management to record your cookie preference) and tracking pixels. This policy covers all such technologies.
2. Consent Mode v2 and Default State
In compliance with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) guidance and Google Consent Mode v2 requirements, we configure the following consent signals:
| Signal | Default State | After "Accept All" |
|---|---|---|
| ad_storage | denied | granted |
| ad_user_data | denied | granted |
| ad_personalization | denied | granted |
| analytics_storage | denied | granted |
| functionality_storage | granted | granted |
| security_storage | granted | granted |
Functionality and security cookies are strictly necessary for the Website to operate and do not require consent. All others require your explicit consent before activation.
3. Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are set in response to actions you take such as submitting a form or setting your cookie preferences.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | The Haven Review (localStorage) | Records whether you have accepted or rejected non-essential cookies | 12 months |
| PHPSESSID (if applicable) | Server | Maintains session state during form submission | Session |
3.2 Analytics Cookies (requires consent)
These cookies allow us to measure and analyse how visitors interact with the Website so we can improve performance and content. They collect information in an aggregated, anonymous form.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Used to persist session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users; stores and updates a unique value for each page visited | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
3.3 Advertising and Attribution Cookies (requires consent)
These cookies are used to make advertising more relevant to you and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are only set with your consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads | Records Google Click ID (gclid) for conversion attribution | 90 days |
| _gcl_dc | Google Ads | DoubleClick attribution cookie | 90 days |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used for targeting and measuring ad effectiveness | 13 months |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) Pixel - if activated | Used by Facebook to deliver and measure advertisements | 90 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this Website are set by third-party services we use (for example, Google). These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies which govern how they use cookie data collected from our Website. We recommend reviewing:
5. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit the Website, you will see our cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All - activate all cookie categories
- Reject Non-Essential - activate only strictly necessary cookies
- Cookie Settings - navigate to this Cookie Policy page for further information
To change your preference after your initial choice, clear the cookieConsent item from your browser's local storage and refresh the page - the banner will reappear.
5.2 Browser Controls
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse new cookies, delete existing cookies, and be notified when a cookie is set. Note that disabling all cookies may affect the functionality of some websites. Guidance for common browsers:
5.3 Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised when changes are made. We recommend checking this page periodically.
7. Contact
For any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at privacy@elegantfaunaclea.world or write to The Haven Review Ltd, 14 Clerkenwell Road, London, EC1M 5PA.