Last updated: 14 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies Ralford uses on ralford.info, why they are used, and how you can manage your preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
In accordance with the requirements of the GDPR and the French data protection framework administered by the CNIL, we ask for your consent before setting any non-essential cookies. You can update your preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings link in the footer.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device on subsequent visits and to store certain preferences or information. Cookies do not directly identify you as an individual — they identify the browser or device you are using.
Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services whose functionality is embedded in the page (third-party cookies). Some cookies persist for the duration of your browser session only (session cookies); others remain on your device for a defined period (persistent cookies).
Essential cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of the website. They cannot be disabled because the site would not work correctly without them. They do not collect any information that could be used for marketing or tracking purposes.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ralford_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| PHPSESSID | Standard session identifier for server-side functionality | Session |
Functional cookies enhance the website experience by remembering your preferences and settings. They are not strictly necessary but improve usability. They do not track your activity across other websites.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ralford_prefs | Remembers display preferences such as font size or reading mode | 6 months |
| ralford_visited | Tracks which articles you have read to avoid repeated prompts | 30 days |
Analytics cookies collect anonymised data about how visitors use the site — pages visited, time spent, entry and exit points. This data is used solely to improve the publication and understand reader interests. No personally identifiable information is collected in this category.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users, anonymised | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — session state tracking, anonymised | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users across sessions | 24 hours |
Some pages embed third-party content — including map services on the contact page. These services may set their own cookies when you interact with embedded content. We have no control over the cookies set by these providers. Declining this category disables embedded map functionality.
| Provider | Purpose | Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps | Embedded location map on contact page | View policy |
| Google Fonts | Typography delivery via Google Fonts API | View policy |
When you first visit ralford.info, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You may accept all cookies, accept partial categories, or accept functional cookies only. Your selection is stored in an essential cookie and respected on all subsequent visits.
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the Cookie Settings link in the footer of any page on this site.
You may also manage cookies directly through your browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies from specific sites. Note that blocking essential cookies will affect the basic functioning of the site.
If you have accepted analytics cookies and wish to opt out specifically from Google Analytics data collection, you may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, which prevents your data from being collected by Google Analytics on all websites you visit.
Alternatively, update your preferences via the Cookie Settings link in the footer to deselect the Analytics category. This removes the analytics cookies and prevents new ones from being set on subsequent visits.
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable regulatory requirements. The date of the most recent revision is shown at the top of this page. If we add a new cookie category or a significant new third-party service, we will re-present the consent banner so you can update your preferences.
For questions about this Cookie Policy or our data handling practices, contact us at [email protected] or by post at 28, Rue Réaumur, 75003 Paris, France.