Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 28th May 2026


1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Alex Gell Photography ("I", "me", or "my") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit alexgell.co.uk. It explains what these technologies are and why I use them, as well as your rights to control my use of them.


2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners in order to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Alex Gell Photography) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., interactive content, portfolio galleries, and analytics). The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your computer both when it visits the website in question and also when it visits certain other websites.


3. Why Do I Use Cookies?
I use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for my website to operate, and I refer to these as "essential" or "strictly necessary" cookies. Other cookies also enable me to track and target the interests of my users to enhance the experience on my website. Third parties serve cookies through my website for analytics and other purposes.
This website is hosted by Squarespace. Squarespace uses cookies to help the site run effectively and provide the best experience for visitors.


4. Types of Cookies Used on This Site
A. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through my website and to use some of its features, such as access to secure areas or client portals. Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, you cannot refuse them without impacting how the site functions. You can block or delete them by changing your browser settings, but parts of the site may not work properly.

  • Examples include cookies used by Squarespace to route traffic, remember your preferences regarding the cookie banner, and prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF).

B. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help me understand how my website is being used, how effective my marketing campaigns are, or to help me customize my website for you. This data helps me understand what portfolio work visitors are most interested in and how they navigate the site.

Examples include Squarespace Analytics cookies, which collect data such as traffic sources, unique visitors, and cart abandonment (if applicable).

C. Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.
D. Third-Party Cookies
In some special cases, I also use cookies provided by trusted third parties. This site may use third-party tools such as:

  • Embedded video players (e.g., Vimeo or YouTube) for showcasing video work.

  • Social media plugins or feeds (e.g., Instagram) to connect with my social profiles.
    These third parties may use cookies to track your interaction with their services.

5. How Can You Control Cookies?
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can exercise your cookie rights by setting your preferences in the Cookie Banner that appears when you first visit alexgell.co.uk.
You can choose to click "Accept" to allow all cookies, or you can manage your preferences to decline analytics and performance cookies.
In addition, you can amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies entirely. If you choose to reject cookies via your browser, you may still use my website though your access to some functionality and areas of the website may be restricted.


6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
I may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies I use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please therefore revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about my use of cookies and related technologies.
The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated.


7. Where Can You Get Further Information?
If you have any questions about my use of cookies or other technologies, please contact me:
Full name: Alexander Gell trading as Alex Gell Photography
Email: studio@alexgell.co.uk