Cookies policy

At Massage Kingdom, we believe in being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights to control their use.

By continuing to use our website (https://massagekingdom.uk), you agree that we can place cookies on your device in accordance with this policy—unless you adjust your browser settings to reject them.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site.

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies: remain on your device until manually deleted or expired.

Cookies may also be:

• First-party cookies: set by the website you’re visiting.
• Third-party cookies: set by external services or domains integrated into the site (e.g. analytics, advertising).

2. Why we use cookies

Massage Kingdom uses cookies for the following reasons:

a. Essential cookies

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They allow you to navigate and use key features, such as booking services and accessing secure areas.

b. Performance and analytics cookies

These help us understand how users interact with our website, allowing us to improve performance. We use tools such as Google Analytics. These cookies do not directly identify you.

c. Functionality cookies

These remember choices you make—such as language, region, or previous bookings—and provide enhanced, personalised experiences.

d. Advertising and targeting cookies

Used by advertising platforms (e.g. Facebook Pixel, Google Ads) to deliver relevant adverts based on your behaviour and browsing habits. These are only used with your explicit consent.

3. Cookies we use

Here is a list of the cookies we may use:

Cookie Type	Name	Purpose	Duration
Essential	PHPSESSID	Maintains user session	Session
Analytics	_ga, _gid	Google Analytics tracking	1 day to 2 years
Functionality	language_preference	Remembers language setting	30 days
Advertising	_fbp, fr	Facebook Pixel targeting	90 days
Consent	cookie_notice_accepted	Stores cookie banner response	6 months

4. Managing your cookie preferences

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data

Disabling cookies may affect website functionality, including booking systems and login areas.

5. Obtaining your consent

Under UK GDPR and PECR, we are required to:

• Inform users about cookie usage.
• Provide clear explanations of their purpose.
• Gain explicit consent before using non-essential cookies.

We use a cookie banner when you first visit our website. You can review or withdraw consent at any time via our Cookie Settings link in the site footer.

6. Third-party cookies

Third-party services (such as embedded videos or social media buttons) may use their own cookies. Massage Kingdom does not control these cookies.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those third-party services for more information.

7. Updates to this policy

This Cookies Policy may be updated to reflect changes in law, technology, or how we use cookies. We will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and notify users if appropriate.

We recommend checking this page regularly to stay informed.

8. How to contact us

If you have any questions about our Cookies Policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:

• Email: contact@massagekingdom.uk
• Phone: +44 7443 924467