Cookie Policy
This cookie policy was last updated on 29 October 2025.
1. Introduction
At The Fernandes Clinic (“we”, “us”, “our”), we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website https://www.thefernandesclinic.com/ (“Website”), why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
By continuing to browse or use our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy — unless you have adjusted your browser settings to refuse them.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, mobile) when you visit a website. They enable the website to recognise your device and store certain information, helping with functionality, user experience and analytics.
3. Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies for several reasons:
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To make the Website function properly (for example to enable secure login, or to remember your preferences).
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To understand how people use our Website (to improve the site, its content, and user experience).
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To provide you with a better, more personalised service (for example remembering your language preference or region).
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To deliver relevant information and, where applicable, marketing (for example if we operate an online shop or newsletter sign-up).
4. Types of cookies we use
Here’s an overview of the typical types of cookies we may use on the Website:
a. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the Website to operate correctly and securely. Without them, parts of the Website may not work. Example: session cookies, login cookies.
b. Performance / Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to track how you use the Website (e.g., which pages you visit, how long you stay). This helps us improve how the Website works.
Example: tools like Google Analytics.
c. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make (for example your region or language) so we can provide enhanced features and more personalised content.
d. Targeting / Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be used to deliver adverts that are meaningful to you and your interests, and to measure how effective those adverts are. They may be placed by third-party advertising networks.
If we use any advertising cookies, we will disclose them and the third parties involved.
5. Third-party cookies
Some cookies used on our Website may be placed by third-party services (for example analytics providers, advertising networks, or social media widgets). We do not always control these cookies. We recommend you check the relevant third party’s cookie and privacy policy for details of how they handle your information.
6. How to control and delete cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can accept cookies by continuing to use the Website normally, or you can refuse them by changing your browser settings. Most browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your settings to decline them or to prompt you when a cookie is set. You can also delete cookies already on your device.
Below are helpful links for major browsers:
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Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
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Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
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Safari (Mac): https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac
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Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/view-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-a7d95376-f2cd-8e4a-25dc-1de753474879
Please note: If you disable or delete certain cookies, this may affect the functionality of the Website and your ability to access some features.
7. Cookies we specifically use on our Website
Below is a (non-exhaustive) list of cookies we may set:
Component / Service | Provider / Type | Category | Purpose | Duration |
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Google Maps | Wix standard component | Analytics / Functional | Enables the display of interactive maps on our contact and location pages. May collect usage data such as IP address or location for performance and analytics purposes. | Until consent withdrawn or cookies cleared |
Wix CMS | Wix standard component | Essential | Provides the core website functionality (hosting, layout, navigation, and secure connections). Required for the site to operate properly. | Session / Persistent |
Usercentrics for Wix | Third-party app | Essential | Manages cookie consent and user preferences in compliance with data protection laws (UK GDPR and PECR). | Persistent (as per consent record duration)} |
8. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, legislation or best practice. We recommend you check back frequently for any updates. The date at the top will reflect when changes were made.
9. Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: info@thefernandesclinic.com
Address: 9 Barn Close, Pease Pottage, Crawley, England, RH11 9AN
Website: https://www.thefernandesclinic.com/