Nova House Publications Limited Cookie Policy
(“Cookie Policy”)
1. Introduction
1.1 This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Nova House Publications Limited ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies on our website (novaeducation.uk and any subdomains) (the "Website"), and your choices regarding cookies.
1.2 This Cookie Policy should be read alongside, and in addition to, our Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.
2. What are Cookies?
2.1 Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you access the internet. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owners.
2.2 Cookies are not harmful to your device. They cannot be used to run programmes or deliver viruses, and they cannot access other information stored on your device.
2.3 For more general information on cookies, see the guidance from the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): All About Cookies.
3. How We Use Cookies
3.1 We use cookies for the following essential purposes:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for you to browse the Website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. They enable core functionality like logging into your account, maintaining your session, and processing payments. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Performance/Analytics Cookies: These allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Website. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
- Functionality/Preference Cookies: These enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your login details, language preferences, or region. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies (if applicable): These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
The table below explains the types of cookies we use on our Website and why.
| Category of Cookie | Purpose of Cookie | Who Serves the Cookie (First/Third Party) |
| Strictly Necessary |
Session management, security, and enabling e-commerce functions (e.g., shopping cart). | First Party (novaeducation.uk) |
| Performance/Analytics |
To understand how users interact with our Website via tools like Google Analytics. This helps us improve site structure and content. | Third Party (e.g., Google LLC) |
| Functionality |
To remember your preferences (e.g., username, language, region) for a more personalised experience. | First Party |
| Targeting/Advertising (if used) |
To deliver relevant advertisements to you on other websites, based on your visit to our Website. | Third Party (e.g., Facebook, Google Ads) |