Privacy & Browser Technologies
Cookie Policy
How stalvon.info utilises cookies and similar web technologies under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.
You can review or change your cookie choices at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you browse websites. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, retain your preferences across sessions, and provide aggregate analytical insights to website operators.
Under UK law, cookies that are strictly necessary for core website operations can be set without prior consent. All other cookies (such as analytics and measurement technologies) require your explicit, informed opt-in consent before being placed on your browser.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Lifespan | Purpose & Description |
|---|---|---|---|
stalvon_cookie_consent |
Strictly Necessary | 180 Days | Stores your cookie consent preferences (Accept All, Reject Non-Essential, or Custom settings) so you are not prompted on every page. |
stalvon_session |
Strictly Necessary | Session | Maintains essential navigation states during your visit and expires upon closing your browser window. |
_stv_analytics |
Optional Analytics | 14 Months | Measures aggregate, non-identifiable page traffic to assist our editorial team in understanding which health guides readers find most valuable. Configured with IP anonymisation. |
3. Strictly Necessary vs Optional Cookies
Strictly Necessary Cookies: These items are essential for technical security, load balancing, and remembering your privacy choices. You cannot disable these cookies within our banner, as the website cannot operate properly without them.
Optional Analytics Cookies: We only activate analytics technologies if you click "Accept All" or enable them within our Cookie Settings panel. Declining analytics does not affect your access to any of our editorial guides, articles, or contact features.
4. Third-Party Embedded Content
Our website features an embedded map on the Contact page provided by Google Maps to assist visitors in locating our Sheffield office. When you interact with embedded third-party frames, those providers may set their own technical cookies according to their independent privacy policies.
5. Controlling Cookies in Your Browser
In addition to using our interactive Cookie Settings dialog, most modern web browsers allow you to manage, block, or delete cookies directly through their settings menus. For guidance on specific browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
6. Contact Regarding Cookies
If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies or privacy practices, please reach out to our team at [email protected] or write to Stalvon Health Ltd, 21 Surrey Street, Sheffield S1 1AA, United Kingdom.
Last reviewed and published: 9 September 2026. Stalvon Health Ltd.