Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how the Gibraltar General and Clerical Association (GGCA) (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website [www.ggca.gi] (“Website”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

 


1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you access a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical data to help website owners improve their services.


2. Types of Cookies We Use

To ensure our website functions efficiently and securely, we use the following cookies:

  • _lscache_vary
    This cookie is set by the LiteSpeed caching system to optimize page load speed and manage how cached pages are served based on visitor context (such as logged-in users).
    Duration: 1 year
    Type: Functional

  • hostinger_bypass_code
    A session-based cookie used by our hosting provider (Hostinger) for temporary access purposes or system-level bypasses.
    Duration: Session
    Type: Functional

  • wordpress_logged_in_*
    This cookie is set by WordPress to keep users logged in after authentication. It ensures the system recognizes the user across pages and maintains secure access.
    Duration: Session
    Type: Essential

  • wordpress_sec_*
    Used by WordPress to enhance security and protect user sessions. It ensures only authenticated users can access protected content.
    Duration: Session
    Type: Essential

  • wp-settings-1
    Stores interface and dashboard preferences for a better administrative experience. This allows WordPress to remember your settings across sessions.
    Duration: 1 year
    Type: Functional

  • wp-settings-time-1
    Works alongside wp-settings-1 to record the timestamp of when your admin settings were saved.
    Duration: 1 year
    Type: Functional


a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You may disable these by changing your browser settings, but doing so may affect how the website functions.

Examples:

  • Session cookies for login and authentication.

  • Cookies that remember cookie consent preferences.


b. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our website (e.g., which pages you visit, time spent on pages) to help us improve its performance.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics (IP anonymization enabled)

  • Internal usage tracking tools


c. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username or language preferences) and provide enhanced features.


d. Targeting or Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising or social media partners. They are used to deliver content more relevant to you and track the effectiveness of our campaigns.

We currently do not use third-party advertising cookies on our site. If this changes, we will update this policy and obtain your explicit consent.

 


3. How We Use Cookies

Cookies help us to:

  • Maintain website functionality and security

  • Understand user behavior and improve user experience

  • Monitor site performance

  • Deliver tailored content (if enabled)


4. Consent and Control

Upon your first visit to our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner requesting your consent to use non-essential cookies.

You can:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject all optional cookies

  • Customize your preferences

You may change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link available on the website footer.


5. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can delete existing cookies, block future ones, or receive alerts before they are stored.

Here are helpful links for popular browsers:


6. Third-Party Cookies

Some of our pages may contain content from external services (e.g., YouTube, social media buttons). These services may set their own cookies, over which we have no control. Please consult their privacy policies for more information.


7. Data Protection and Your Rights

GGCA complies with Gibraltar’s Data Protection Act and the Gibraltar Regulatory Authority’s guidelines, which are aligned with the UK GDPR and EU standards.

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent

  • Lodge a complaint with the Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA)

For more information, please refer to our [Privacy Policy].


8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at:

Gibraltar General and Clerical Association (GGCA)
Email: info@ggca.gi
Address: Suite 6, 1st Floor, ICC Building, Casemates Square, Gibraltar
Phone: +350 200 74283