Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 21 March 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners. Some cookies are essential for the website to function, while others help improve your experience.
We also use similar technologies such as localStorage, which stores data locally in your browser to remember your preferences.
2. How We Use Cookies
The Abseiling Group website (abseilinggroup.com.au) uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Ensuring the website functions correctly and securely
- Protecting our contact form from spam and bots
- Remembering your cookie consent preferences
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as submitting a form or setting your privacy preferences.
| Cookie / Storage | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| abseilinggroup_cookie_consent | Abseiling Group (localStorage) | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare | Security cookie set after completing a Turnstile challenge to verify you are human | Session / up to 30 minutes |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare | Bot management cookie used to identify and distinguish between humans and bots | 30 minutes |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information. All information is collected anonymously.
Currently, we do not use any analytics cookies. If we introduce analytics in the future, this policy will be updated and your consent will be requested before any analytics cookies are set.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses Cloudflare services for security purposes, specifically the Turnstile widget which protects our contact form from spam and automated submissions. Cloudflare may set cookies as part of its security services. For more information, please see Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Cookie Settings on Our Website
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the Cookie Settings link in our website footer or by clicking the button below:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may help:
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website, particularly the contact form's security features.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
For more information about how we handle your personal information, please see our Privacy Policy.
Version History
| Version | Date | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | March 2026 | Initial Cookie Policy |
Document Status: Current and Active
Last Reviewed: March 2026
Next Review Due: March 2027 (12 months)