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    Cookie Policy

    Last Updated: October 2025

    This Cookie Policy explains how this website uses cookies and similar technologies. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

    Optional analytics cookies are used only after you choose “Accept all” in our cookie banner. Continuing to browse does not give consent. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using “Cookie settings” in the footer, or manage cookies through your browser settings.

    1. What Are Cookies

    Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve your browsing experience, and provide information to the site owners. Cookies can also support analytics, marketing, and security functions.

    2. Types of Cookies We Use

    We use the following types of cookies:

    Strictly Necessary Cookies – Required for the website to function properly (e.g. security, page navigation, form submissions). These cannot be disabled.

    Performance & Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g. Google Analytics), so we can improve functionality and user experience.

    Functional Cookies – Allow the website to remember your preferences and enhance functionality (e.g. language settings, saved form inputs).

    Marketing & Tracking Cookies – Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant ads and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns (e.g. Meta Pixel, Google Ads).

    3. Third-Party Cookies

    In some cases, cookies may be placed by trusted third parties. These may include analytics providers (such as Google Analytics), advertising platforms, social media integrations, or embedded content providers. We do not control these cookies directly. For more details, please refer to the respective third-party privacy and cookie policies.

    4. How We Use Cookies

    We use cookies to:

    Ensure the website functions properly

    Analyse how visitors use the site

    Improve security and user experience

    Personalise content and marketing (where consent is given)

    No personally identifiable information is stored in cookies we set.

    5. Managing or Disabling Cookies

    You can manage or disable cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings. Be aware that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites.

    Instructions for managing cookies can usually be found in your browser’s “Help” or “Settings” menu.

    If we use a consent management tool (e.g. Cookiebot), you can also change or withdraw your consent through the cookie banner on the site.

    6. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or how we use cookies. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

    7. Contact

    If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please use the contact details provided on this website.

    The Sober Medic
    The Sober Club accredited coach

    Alcohol-free coaching with Mark, an accredited coach and HCPC registered paramedic with 24 years' experience on the NHS frontline. Based in East Yorkshire, coaching online. Calm, private and free of judgement.

    thesobermedic@gmail.com

    Need help right now?

    • Emergency999 if someone is in danger or seriously unwell
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    • Drinkline0300 123 1110, free and confidential
    • Samaritans116 123, day or night

    The Sober Medic provides coaching, not medical treatment, diagnosis or therapy. If you are physically dependent on alcohol, having withdrawal symptoms or need urgent medical support, please contact your GP, NHS 111, emergency services or a specialist alcohol service.

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